SWIFT/BIC code BKDNINBBCHD
BKDNINBBCHD belongs to Dena Bank in Chandigarh, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKDNINBBCHD |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKDNINBB |
| Branch code | CHD |
| Bank | Dena Bank |
| Branch | Chandigarh |
| City | Chandigarh |
| Country | India |
How the Dena Bank SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BKDN 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.
- CHD 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 is behind SWIFT code BKDNINBBCHD?
The code BKDNINBBCHD belongs to Chandigarh, a unit of Dena Bank in Chandigarh, India. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Dena Bank in India?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Indian Rupee with specialist providers before you send.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Dena Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BKDNINBBCHD, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. India uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What does each part of BKDNINBBCHD mean?
BKDN is the bank code of Dena Bank, IN stands for India, BB is the location code and CHD is the code of the branch Chandigarh.
How long does a transfer to Dena Bank take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Can I use BKDNINBB instead of BKDNINBBCHD?
BKDNINBB is the head office of Dena Bank, while BKDNINBBCHD points to Chandigarh. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use BKDNINBBCHD if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.