SWIFT/BIC code ALLAINBBPAT
ALLAINBBPAT belongs to Allahabad Bank in Patna, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ALLAINBBPAT |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ALLAINBB |
| Branch code | PAT |
| Bank | Allahabad Bank |
| Branch | Exhibition Road Patna |
| City | Patna |
| Country | India |
How the Allahabad Bank SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- PAT 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
What bank uses BIC ALLAINBBPAT?
ALLAINBBPAT is the SWIFT/BIC code of Exhibition Road Patna, a branch or department of Allahabad Bank in Patna, India. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of ALLAINBBPAT stand for?
ALLA is the institution code of Allahabad Bank, IN stands for India, BB is the code for the city or region and PAT identifies the department Exhibition Road Patna.
What is the best way to send money to Allahabad Bank in India?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Indian Rupee with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Allahabad Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code ALLAINBBPAT, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. India uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What happens if I use ALLAINBBPAT with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check ALLAINBBPAT with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to Allahabad Bank take in India?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.