SWIFT/BIC code ALLAINBBPUN
ALLAINBBPUN belongs to Allahabad Bank in Pune, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ALLAINBBPUN |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ALLAINBB |
| Branch code | PUN |
| Bank | Allahabad Bank |
| Branch | Pune |
| City | Pune |
| 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.
- PUN 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 BIC ALLAINBBPUN?
The code ALLAINBBPUN belongs to Pune, a branch or department of Allahabad Bank in Pune, India. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in ALLAINBBPUN stand for?
ALLA is the institution code of Allahabad Bank, IN stands for India, BB is the location code and PUN is the code of the department Pune.
What happens if I enter ALLAINBBPUN with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check ALLAINBBPUN against the details from Allahabad Bank before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Allahabad Bank?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Indian Rupee with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use ALLAINBB instead of ALLAINBBPUN?
ALLAINBB is the main office of Allahabad Bank, while ALLAINBBPUN points to Pune. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use ALLAINBBPUN if the recipient asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Allahabad Bank?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.