SWIFT/BIC code ALLAINBBMEE
ALLAINBBMEE belongs to Allahabad Bank in Meerut, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ALLAINBBMEE |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ALLAINBB |
| Branch code | MEE |
| Bank | Allahabad Bank |
| Branch | Meerut Cantt |
| City | Meerut |
| Country | India |
How the Allahabad Bank SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- MEE 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 ALLAINBBMEE?
The code ALLAINBBMEE belongs to Meerut Cantt, a unit of Allahabad Bank in Meerut, India. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What do I need to send money to an account at Allahabad Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code ALLAINBBMEE, 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 it take to send money to Allahabad Bank?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What happens if I use ALLAINBBMEE incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check ALLAINBBMEE with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use ALLAINBB instead of ALLAINBBMEE?
ALLAINBB is the head office of Allahabad Bank, while ALLAINBBMEE points to Meerut Cantt. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention ALLAINBBMEE.
What does each part of ALLAINBBMEE mean?
ALLA is the institution code of Allahabad Bank, IN stands for India, BB is the location code and MEE is the code of the department Meerut Cantt.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.