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SWIFT/BIC code UNCRITM171Y

UNCRITM171Y belongs to Unicredit SPA in Pavia, Italy.

UNCRITM171Y

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeUNCRITM171Y
8-character codeUNCRITM1
Branch code71Y
BankUnicredit SPA
BranchPavia
CityPavia
CountryItaly

The way the Unicredit SPA SWIFT/BIC is built up

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.
71Y 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

What bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code UNCRITM171Y?

The code UNCRITM171Y belongs to Pavia, part of Unicredit SPA in Pavia, Italy. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Do I need UNCRITM171Y to send euros to Italy?

Italy belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need UNCRITM171Y.

How long does it take to send money to Unicredit SPA in Italy?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

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

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send.

What does each part of UNCRITM171Y stand for?

UNCR is the bank code of Unicredit SPA, IT stands for Italy, M1 is the code for the city or region and 71Y identifies the branch Pavia.

Can I use UNCRITM1 instead of UNCRITM171Y?

UNCRITM1 is the main office of Unicredit SPA, while UNCRITM171Y is Pavia. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention UNCRITM171Y.

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