SWIFT/BIC code UNCRITM1H12

UNCRITM1H12 belongs to Unicredit SPA in Catania, Italy.

UNCRITM1H12

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeUNCRITM1H12
8-character codeUNCRITM1
Branch codeH12
BankUnicredit SPA
BranchCatania Via Torino
CityCatania
CountryItaly

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.
H12 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/BIC code UNCRITM1H12?

The code UNCRITM1H12 belongs to Catania Via Torino, a branch or department of Unicredit SPA in Catania, Italy. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I enter UNCRITM1H12 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check UNCRITM1H12 with the recipient before sending.

Can I use UNCRITM1 instead of UNCRITM1H12?

UNCRITM1 points to the main office of Unicredit SPA, while UNCRITM1H12 is Catania Via Torino. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention UNCRITM1H12.

Do I need UNCRITM1H12 for a euro transfer to Italy?

Italy is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need UNCRITM1H12.

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

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

What do the letters in UNCRITM1H12 stand for?

UNCR is the bank code of Unicredit SPA, IT is the ISO code of Italy, M1 is the code for the city or region and H12 is the code of the branch Catania Via Torino.

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