SWIFT/BIC code UNCRITM1918
UNCRITM1918 belongs to Unicredit SPA in Cittadella, Italy.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UNCRITM1918 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UNCRITM1 |
| Branch code | 918 |
| Bank | Unicredit SPA |
| Branch | Cittadella Borgo Vicenza |
| City | Cittadella |
| Country | Italy |
The way the Unicredit SPA SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 918 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 uses BIC UNCRITM1918?
UNCRITM1918 identifies Cittadella Borgo Vicenza, part of Unicredit SPA in Cittadella, Italy. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in UNCRITM1918 stand for?
UNCR is the bank code of Unicredit SPA, IT stands for Italy, M1 is the code for the city or region and 918 identifies the department Cittadella Borgo Vicenza.
Can I use UNCRITM1 instead of UNCRITM1918?
UNCRITM1 is the head office of Unicredit SPA, while UNCRITM1918 is Cittadella Borgo Vicenza. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention UNCRITM1918.
How long does a transfer to Unicredit SPA take in Italy?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need UNCRITM1918 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 UNCRITM1918.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Unicredit SPA in Italy?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.