SWIFT/BIC code CORPINBB448
CORPINBB448 belongs to Corporation Bank in Varkala, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CORPINBB448 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CORPINBB |
| Branch code | 448 |
| Bank | Corporation Bank |
| Branch | Varkala-Kerala Branch |
| City | Varkala |
| Country | India |
How 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.
- 448 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
What bank uses BIC CORPINBB448?
CORPINBB448 identifies Varkala-Kerala Branch, part of Corporation Bank in Varkala, India. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of CORPINBB448 mean?
CORP is the bank code of Corporation Bank, IN stands for India, BB is the code for the city or region and 448 is the code of the branch Varkala-Kerala 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.
What happens if I use CORPINBB448 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check CORPINBB448 against the details from Corporation Bank before you confirm.
Can I use CORPINBB instead of CORPINBB448?
CORPINBB points to the head office of Corporation Bank, while CORPINBB448 points to Varkala-Kerala Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use CORPINBB448 if the recipient asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Corporation Bank take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.