SWIFT/BIC code UNCRITM1838
UNCRITM1838 belongs to Unicredit SPA in Valenza, Italy.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UNCRITM1838 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UNCRITM1 |
| Branch code | 838 |
| Bank | Unicredit SPA |
| Branch | Valenza Dante |
| City | Valenza |
| Country | Italy |
How 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.
- 838 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 code UNCRITM1838?
UNCRITM1838 identifies Valenza Dante, a branch or department of Unicredit SPA in Valenza, Italy. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter UNCRITM1838 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check UNCRITM1838 against the details from Unicredit SPA before you confirm.
What does each part of UNCRITM1838 stand for?
UNCR is the institution code of Unicredit SPA, IT stands for Italy, M1 is the code for the city or region and 838 is the code of the branch Valenza Dante.
Can I use UNCRITM1 instead of UNCRITM1838?
UNCRITM1 is the main office of Unicredit SPA, while UNCRITM1838 is Valenza Dante. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention UNCRITM1838.
How long does a transfer to Unicredit SPA take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need UNCRITM1838 to send euros to Italy?
Italy belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need UNCRITM1838.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.