SWIFT/BIC code ALLAINBBPHG
ALLAINBBPHG belongs to Allahabad Bank in Phagwara, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ALLAINBBPHG |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ALLAINBB |
| Branch code | PHG |
| Bank | Allahabad Bank |
| Branch | Phagwara |
| City | Phagwara |
| Country | India |
The way 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.
- PHG 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 SWIFT code ALLAINBBPHG?
ALLAINBBPHG is the SWIFT/BIC code of Phagwara, a unit of Allahabad Bank in Phagwara, India. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use ALLAINBB instead of ALLAINBBPHG?
ALLAINBB points to the head office of Allahabad Bank, while ALLAINBBPHG is Phagwara. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention ALLAINBBPHG.
Has Allahabad Bank got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 56 SWIFT/BIC codes for Allahabad Bank in India, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Allahabad Bank.
How long does a transfer to Allahabad Bank take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What is the cheapest 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 transfer services before you send.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Allahabad Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code ALLAINBBPHG, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. India uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.