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SWIFT/BIC code UNCRITM157Y

UNCRITM157Y belongs to Unicredit SPA in Lecco, Italy.

UNCRITM157Y

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeUNCRITM157Y
8-character codeUNCRITM1
Branch code57Y
BankUnicredit SPA
BranchLecco
CityLecco
CountryItaly

How the Unicredit SPA SWIFT/BIC is structured

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

UNCR Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
IT Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
M1 Location code
2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
57Y Branch code
3 characters for a specific branch. XXX means the head office.

Check before you send

  • Ask the recipient which bank and branch the account is held at.
  • Use the head office code (XXX) when no branch is specified.
  • Make sure the country in the code matches the country of the account.

Frequently asked questions

Which branch is behind SWIFT/BIC code UNCRITM157Y?

UNCRITM157Y identifies Lecco, part of Unicredit SPA in Lecco, Italy. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use UNCRITM1 instead of UNCRITM157Y?

UNCRITM1 is the main office of Unicredit SPA, while UNCRITM157Y is Lecco. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention UNCRITM157Y.

What is the best way to send money to Unicredit SPA in Italy?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send.

What does each part of UNCRITM157Y stand for?

UNCR is the institution code of Unicredit SPA, IT is the ISO code of Italy, M1 is the location code and 57Y identifies the department Lecco.

Does Unicredit SPA have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 3315 SWIFT/BIC codes for Unicredit SPA in Italy. You can see them all on the bank page.

Do I need UNCRITM157Y for a euro transfer to Italy?

Italy belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need UNCRITM157Y.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.