SWIFT/BIC code UNCRITM1842

UNCRITM1842 belongs to Unicredit SPA in Palermo, Italy.

UNCRITM1842

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeUNCRITM1842
8-character codeUNCRITM1
Branch code842
BankUnicredit SPA
BranchPalermo Principe di Paterno'
CityPalermo
CountryItaly

How 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.
842 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 UNCRITM1842?

UNCRITM1842 identifies Palermo Principe di Paterno', part of Unicredit SPA in Palermo, Italy. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Do I need UNCRITM1842 for a euro transfer to Italy?

Italy belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need UNCRITM1842.

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

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

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

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

What happens if I enter UNCRITM1842 incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check UNCRITM1842 against the details from Unicredit SPA before you confirm.

Can I use UNCRITM1 instead of UNCRITM1842?

UNCRITM1 is the main office of Unicredit SPA, while UNCRITM1842 points to Palermo Principe di Paterno'. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use UNCRITM1842 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.