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SWIFT/BIC code UNCRITM172Y

UNCRITM172Y belongs to Unicredit SPA in Piacenza, Italy.

UNCRITM172Y

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeUNCRITM172Y
8-character codeUNCRITM1
Branch code72Y
BankUnicredit SPA
BranchPiacenza
CityPiacenza
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.
72Y 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 bank is behind SWIFT code UNCRITM172Y?

UNCRITM172Y is the SWIFT/BIC code of Piacenza, a unit of Unicredit SPA in Piacenza, Italy. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I use UNCRITM172Y incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check UNCRITM172Y with the recipient before sending.

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

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

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

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need UNCRITM172Y to send euros to Italy?

Italy belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need UNCRITM172Y.

Can I use UNCRITM1 instead of UNCRITM172Y?

UNCRITM1 points to the head office of Unicredit SPA, while UNCRITM172Y is Piacenza. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use UNCRITM172Y if the recipient asks for it.

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