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SWIFT/BIC code CORPINBB172

CORPINBB172 belongs to Corporation Bank in Alapuzha, India.

CORPINBB172

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCORPINBB172
8-character codeCORPINBB
Branch code172
BankCorporation Bank
BranchAlappuzha Branch
CityAlapuzha
CountryIndia

The way the Corporation Bank SWIFT/BIC is structured

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.
172 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 code CORPINBB172?

CORPINBB172 identifies Alappuzha Branch, a branch or department of Corporation Bank in Alapuzha, India. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use CORPINBB instead of CORPINBB172?

CORPINBB points to the head office of Corporation Bank, while CORPINBB172 points to Alappuzha Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CORPINBB172.

What does each part of CORPINBB172 stand for?

CORP is the bank code of Corporation Bank, IN is the ISO code of India, BB is the code for the city or region and 172 is the code of the branch Alappuzha Branch.

What is the best way to send money to Corporation Bank?

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 – the difference can be large.

What happens if I use CORPINBB172 with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check CORPINBB172 with the recipient before you confirm.

What do I need for a transfer to an account at Corporation Bank?

Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code CORPINBB172, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. India uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.