SWIFT/BIC code UNCRITM1H21

UNCRITM1H21 belongs to Unicredit SPA in Catania, Italy.

UNCRITM1H21

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeUNCRITM1H21
8-character codeUNCRITM1
Branch codeH21
BankUnicredit SPA
BranchCatania Leopardi
CityCatania
CountryItaly

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.
H21 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 is behind SWIFT code UNCRITM1H21?

The code UNCRITM1H21 belongs to Catania Leopardi, part of Unicredit SPA in Catania, Italy. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

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

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Do I need UNCRITM1H21 to send euros to Italy?

Italy belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need UNCRITM1H21.

How long does it take to send money to Unicredit SPA in Italy?

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

Can I use UNCRITM1 instead of UNCRITM1H21?

UNCRITM1 is the head office of Unicredit SPA, while UNCRITM1H21 is Catania Leopardi. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention UNCRITM1H21.

What does each part of UNCRITM1H21 mean?

UNCR is the institution code of Unicredit SPA, IT is the ISO code of Italy, M1 is the code for the city or region and H21 identifies the department Catania Leopardi.

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