SWIFT/BIC code UNCRITM1H36

UNCRITM1H36 belongs to Unicredit SPA in Catania, Italy.

UNCRITM1H36

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeUNCRITM1H36
8-character codeUNCRITM1
Branch codeH36
BankUnicredit SPA
BranchCatania Verga
CityCatania
CountryItaly

The way 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.
H36 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 BIC UNCRITM1H36?

UNCRITM1H36 identifies Catania Verga, a branch or department of Unicredit SPA in Catania, Italy. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I use UNCRITM1H36 with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check UNCRITM1H36 with the recipient before sending.

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 transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

Do I need UNCRITM1H36 for a euro transfer to Italy?

Italy belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need UNCRITM1H36.

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

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Can I use UNCRITM1 instead of UNCRITM1H36?

UNCRITM1 points to the main office of Unicredit SPA, while UNCRITM1H36 points to Catania Verga. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention UNCRITM1H36.

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