SWIFT/BIC code CORPINBB077
CORPINBB077 belongs to Corporation Bank in Kochi, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CORPINBB077 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CORPINBB |
| Branch code | 077 |
| Bank | Corporation Bank |
| Branch | Ernakulam Branch |
| City | Kochi |
| Country | India |
The way the Corporation Bank SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CORP 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.
- 077 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 SWIFT/BIC code CORPINBB077?
CORPINBB077 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Ernakulam Branch, a unit of Corporation Bank in Kochi, India. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Corporation Bank take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What do I need to send money to an account at Corporation Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code CORPINBB077, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. India uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Can I use CORPINBB instead of CORPINBB077?
CORPINBB is the head office of Corporation Bank, while CORPINBB077 points to Ernakulam Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CORPINBB077.
What happens if I use CORPINBB077 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check CORPINBB077 against the details from Corporation Bank before you confirm.
What do the letters in CORPINBB077 mean?
CORP is the institution code of Corporation Bank, IN stands for India, BB is the location code and 077 is the code of the branch Ernakulam Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.