SWIFT/BIC code UNCRITM173B

UNCRITM173B belongs to Unicredit SPA in Roma, Italy.

UNCRITM173B

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeUNCRITM173B
8-character codeUNCRITM1
Branch code73B
BankUnicredit SPA
BranchRoma Torrevecchia A
CityRoma
CountryItaly

The way the Unicredit SPA SWIFT/BIC works

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.
73B 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 UNCRITM173B?

UNCRITM173B is the SWIFT/BIC code of Roma Torrevecchia A, a unit of Unicredit SPA in Roma, Italy. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

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 the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

Can I use UNCRITM1 instead of UNCRITM173B?

UNCRITM1 points to the head office of Unicredit SPA, while UNCRITM173B points to Roma Torrevecchia A. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention UNCRITM173B.

Do I need UNCRITM173B for a euro transfer to Italy?

Italy belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need UNCRITM173B.

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

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

Has Unicredit SPA got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 3315 SWIFT/BIC codes for Unicredit SPA in Italy, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.

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