SWIFT/BIC code UNCRITM1EC8
UNCRITM1EC8 belongs to Unicredit SPA in Settimo Vittone, Italy.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UNCRITM1EC8 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UNCRITM1 |
| Branch code | EC8 |
| Bank | Unicredit SPA |
| Branch | Settimo Vittone |
| City | Settimo Vittone |
| Country | Italy |
How 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.
- EC8 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 UNCRITM1EC8?
UNCRITM1EC8 identifies Settimo Vittone, a unit of Unicredit SPA in Settimo Vittone, 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?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in UNCRITM1EC8 stand for?
UNCR is the bank code of Unicredit SPA, IT stands for Italy, M1 is the location code and EC8 identifies the branch Settimo Vittone.
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 2–4 business days.
Do I need UNCRITM1EC8 for a euro transfer 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 UNCRITM1EC8.
Can I use UNCRITM1 instead of UNCRITM1EC8?
UNCRITM1 points to the head office of Unicredit SPA, while UNCRITM1EC8 points to Settimo Vittone. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use UNCRITM1EC8 if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.