SWIFT/BIC code UNCRITMMPAE
UNCRITMMPAE belongs to Unicredit SPA in Palermo, Italy.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UNCRITMMPAE |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UNCRITMM |
| Branch code | PAE |
| Bank | Unicredit SPA |
| Branch | Estero Merci Palermo |
| City | Palermo |
| Country | Italy |
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).
- MM Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- PAE 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 code UNCRITMMPAE?
The code UNCRITMMPAE belongs to Estero Merci Palermo, a unit of Unicredit SPA in Palermo, Italy. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter UNCRITMMPAE with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check UNCRITMMPAE with the recipient before you confirm.
What does each part of UNCRITMMPAE stand for?
UNCR is the bank code of Unicredit SPA, IT is the ISO code of Italy, MM is the location code and PAE is the code of the branch Estero Merci Palermo.
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.
Do I need UNCRITMMPAE to send euros to Italy?
Italy is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need UNCRITMMPAE.
What is the best way to send money to Unicredit SPA?
Many banks add several percent 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.