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SWIFT/BIC code UNCRITM1CTW

UNCRITM1CTW belongs to Unicredit SPA in Catania, Italy.

UNCRITM1CTW

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeUNCRITM1CTW
8-character codeUNCRITM1
Branch codeCTW
BankUnicredit SPA
BranchSicilia 1
CityCatania
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.
CTW 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 UNCRITM1CTW?

UNCRITM1CTW identifies Sicilia 1, part of Unicredit SPA in Catania, Italy. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use UNCRITM1 instead of UNCRITM1CTW?

UNCRITM1 is the main office of Unicredit SPA, while UNCRITM1CTW points to Sicilia 1. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use UNCRITM1CTW if the recipient asks for it.

Has Unicredit SPA got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 3315 SWIFT/BIC codes for Unicredit SPA in Italy, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.

What happens if I use UNCRITM1CTW incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check UNCRITM1CTW with the recipient before sending.

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 UNCRITM1CTW for a euro transfer to Italy?

Italy is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need UNCRITM1CTW.

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