SWIFT/BIC code UNCRITM1CA8
UNCRITM1CA8 belongs to Unicredit SPA in Alme', Italy.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UNCRITM1CA8 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UNCRITM1 |
| Branch code | CA8 |
| Bank | Unicredit SPA |
| Branch | Alme' |
| City | Alme' |
| 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.
- CA8 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 uses SWIFT code UNCRITM1CA8?
UNCRITM1CA8 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Alme', a unit of Unicredit SPA in Alme', Italy. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use UNCRITM1CA8 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check UNCRITM1CA8 with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Unicredit SPA in Italy?
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.
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 2–4 business days.
What does each part of UNCRITM1CA8 stand for?
UNCR is the bank code of Unicredit SPA, IT stands for Italy, M1 is the location code and CA8 is the code of the department Alme'.
Do I need UNCRITM1CA8 to send euros to Italy?
Italy is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need UNCRITM1CA8.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.