SWIFT/BIC code BARBINBBIFB
BARBINBBIFB belongs to Bank of Baroda in Chennai (Madras), India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARBINBBIFB |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARBINBB |
| Branch code | IFB |
| Bank | Bank of Baroda |
| Branch | Industrial Finance Branch |
| City | Chennai (Madras) |
| Country | India |
How the Bank of Baroda SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BARB 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.
- IFB 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 BARBINBBIFB?
BARBINBBIFB is the SWIFT/BIC code of Industrial Finance Branch, a unit of Bank of Baroda in Chennai (Madras), India. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use BARBINBBIFB incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BARBINBBIFB with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Baroda take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Bank of Baroda?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BARBINBBIFB, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. India uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Can I use BARBINBB instead of BARBINBBIFB?
BARBINBB points to the main office of Bank of Baroda, while BARBINBBIFB points to Industrial Finance Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use BARBINBBIFB if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Baroda in India?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Indian Rupee with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.