BCITITMM280 — INTESA SANPAOLO SPA
BCITITMM280 is the SWIFT/BIC code for INTESA SANPAOLO SPA in MESSINA, Italy — an 11-character branch code under ISO 9362.
BCITITMM280 is the SWIFT/BIC code for INTESA SANPAOLO SPA in MESSINA, Italy. It is an 11-character branch identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
Head-office code: BCITITMM
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | INTESA SANPAOLO SPA |
| Country | Italy (IT) |
| Location Code | MM |
| Branch | MAIN BRANCH - VIALE SAN MARTINO 2 |
| Type | 11-character branch code (BIC11) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code BCITITMM280 belong to?
The SWIFT code BCITITMM280 identifies INTESA SANPAOLO SPA in MESSINA, Italy. This branch code is used for cross-border payments and SWIFT network routing.
What do the parts of the SWIFT code BCITITMM280 mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of BCITITMM280 are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (BCIT) represent the bank code for INTESA SANPAOLO SPA; characters 5-6 (IT) indicate the country code for Italy; characters 7-8 (MM) specify the location code; and the final characters (280) designate the specific branch.
Is the BIC code BCITITMM280 active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) BCITITMM280 is registered under ISO 9362 and is active for routing interbank messages. Location characters 'MM' designate it as a primary active participant.
Can I use the head office code BCITITMM instead of BCITITMM280?
Yes. The 8-character code BCITITMM represents the primary headquarters of INTESA SANPAOLO SPA. The 11-character code BCITITMM280 targets the specific branch directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to BCITITMM (or BCITITMMXXX) will route them to the main head office.
What is the physical address of the bank registered to BCITITMM280?
The physical address registered for BCITITMM280 is: VIALE SAN MARTINO 2, 98122, MESSINA, Italy. Verify this address matches your recipient's branch details before initiating a transaction.
Sources & References
- 🌐 ISO 9362: The official standard defining the Business Identifier Code (BIC) format guidelines.
- 🏢 SWIFT Registration Authority: The organization designated by ISO to register and publish BICs (swift.com).