SWIFT/BIC code ALLAINBBMAS
ALLAINBBMAS belongs to Allahabad Bank in Chennai (Madras), India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ALLAINBBMAS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ALLAINBB |
| Branch code | MAS |
| Bank | Allahabad Bank |
| Branch | International Branch, Chennai |
| City | Chennai (Madras) |
| Country | India |
How the Allahabad Bank SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ALLA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- IN Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- BB Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- MAS 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 uses BIC ALLAINBBMAS?
ALLAINBBMAS is the SWIFT/BIC code of International Branch, Chennai, a unit of Allahabad Bank in Chennai (Madras), India. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do I need to send money to an account at Allahabad Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code ALLAINBBMAS, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. India uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
How long does a transfer to Allahabad Bank take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Can I use ALLAINBB instead of ALLAINBBMAS?
ALLAINBB points to the head office of Allahabad Bank, while ALLAINBBMAS points to International Branch, Chennai. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention ALLAINBBMAS.
What is the best way to send money to Allahabad Bank?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Indian Rupee with specialist providers before you send.
What do the letters in ALLAINBBMAS stand for?
ALLA is the institution code of Allahabad Bank, IN stands for India, BB is the code for the city or region and MAS identifies the branch International Branch, Chennai.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.