SWIFT/BIC code UNCRITM1CF5

UNCRITM1CF5 belongs to Unicredit SPA in Bistagno, Italy.

UNCRITM1CF5

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeUNCRITM1CF5
8-character codeUNCRITM1
Branch codeCF5
BankUnicredit SPA
BranchBistagno
CityBistagno
CountryItaly

The way 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.
CF5 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/BIC code UNCRITM1CF5?

UNCRITM1CF5 identifies Bistagno, a branch or department of Unicredit SPA in Bistagno, Italy. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I use UNCRITM1CF5 incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check UNCRITM1CF5 with the recipient before sending.

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

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send.

How long does a transfer to Unicredit SPA take in Italy?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need UNCRITM1CF5 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. If you send another currency you still need UNCRITM1CF5.

What do the letters in UNCRITM1CF5 stand for?

UNCR is the bank code of Unicredit SPA, IT is the ISO code of Italy, M1 is the location code and CF5 identifies the department Bistagno.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.