Intesa Sanpaolo Bank Albania SWIFT code is the official international identifier for Intesa Sanpaolo Bank Albania Sh.A. The 8-character version is USALALTR, while the full 11-character version is USALALTRXXX. Sometimes it may appear as USALALTR XXX, but the correct format is always USALALTRXXX without spaces.
The registered head-office address for this SWIFT code is:
Intesa Sanpaolo Bank Albania Sh.A., Rruga Ismail Qemali 27, Tirana, Albania.
A SWIFT/BIC code is structured into four parts:
- USAL → bank code (Intesa Sanpaolo Bank Albania)
- AL → country code (Albania)
- TR → location code (Tirana)
- XXX → branch code (head office)
From this structure, USALALTR identifies Intesa Sanpaolo Bank Albania in Tirana. Adding XXX makes it the complete 11-character head-office SWIFT code: USALALTRXXX.
Quick reference (copy-ready):
- 8-character SWIFT/BIC: USALALTR
- 11-character SWIFT/BIC: USALALTRXXX
- Bank: Intesa Sanpaolo Bank Albania Sh.A.
- Address: Rruga Ismail Qemali 27, Tirana, Albania
- Usage: International transfers to or from Intesa Sanpaolo Bank Albania accounts
When to use it
Use the Intesa Sanpaolo Bank Albania SWIFT code whenever you are sending money from abroad to an Intesa Sanpaolo Bank Albania account or receiving funds internationally.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Writing spaces in the SWIFT code (always use USALALTRXXX, not “USALALTR XXX”).
- Confusing Intesa Sanpaolo Bank Albania with Intesa Sanpaolo Italy, which has a different SWIFT code.
- Using the 8-character format when your transfer form requires the 11-character version.
Step-by-step guide to making a transfer with Intesa Sanpaolo Bank Albania SWIFT code
- Confirm the recipient’s full account name and Intesa Sanpaolo Bank Albania account number.
- Enter the SWIFT code: USALALTR (8-character) or USALALTRXXX (11-character).
- Provide the registered address: Rruga Ismail Qemali 27, Tirana, Albania.
- Select your transfer currency (EUR, USD, GBP, etc.).
- Decide who will cover the fees (sender, recipient, or shared).
- Clearly state the purpose of the transfer (e.g., tuition, business, remittance).
- Double-check all details before confirming the transfer.
- Save your transfer slip and share the reference number with the recipient.
Final checklist
✔ Recipient’s details correct
✔ Correct SWIFT code entered (USALALTR or USALALTRXXX)
✔ Bank address included if required
✔ Purpose of payment clearly stated
✔ Fees arrangement agreed
By using the Intesa Sanpaolo Bank Albania SWIFT code correctly, you ensure that international transfers are executed securely, efficiently, and without unnecessary delays.
