SWIFT/BIC code UNCRITM1BSY
UNCRITM1BSY belongs to Unicredit SPA in Brescia, Italy.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UNCRITM1BSY |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UNCRITM1 |
| Branch code | BSY |
| Bank | Unicredit SPA |
| Branch | Brescia Est |
| City | Brescia |
| Country | Italy |
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.
- BSY 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 SWIFT code UNCRITM1BSY?
The code UNCRITM1BSY belongs to Brescia Est, a unit of Unicredit SPA in Brescia, Italy. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Unicredit SPA in Italy?
Many banks add 1–3% 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.
What do the letters in UNCRITM1BSY stand for?
UNCR is the institution code of Unicredit SPA, IT is the ISO code of Italy, M1 is the location code and BSY identifies the department Brescia Est.
Do I need UNCRITM1BSY to send euros to Italy?
Italy belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need UNCRITM1BSY.
How long does a transfer to Unicredit SPA take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What happens if I enter UNCRITM1BSY incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check UNCRITM1BSY against the details from Unicredit SPA before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.