SWIFT/BIC code FDRLINBBMDA
FDRLINBBMDA belongs to Federal Bank Limited, The in Chennai (Madras), India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | FDRLINBBMDA |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | FDRLINBB |
| Branch code | MDA |
| Bank | Federal Bank Limited, The |
| Branch | Chennai Branch |
| City | Chennai (Madras) |
| Country | India |
How the Federal Bank Limited, The SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- FDRL 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.
- MDA 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/BIC code FDRLINBBMDA?
The code FDRLINBBMDA belongs to Chennai Branch, a unit of Federal Bank Limited, The in Chennai (Madras), India. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Federal Bank Limited, The?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Indian Rupee with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Federal Bank Limited, The?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code FDRLINBBMDA, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. India uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
How long does it take to send money to Federal Bank Limited, The in India?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What do the letters in FDRLINBBMDA mean?
FDRL is the bank code of Federal Bank Limited, The, IN is the ISO code of India, BB is the location code and MDA is the code of the branch Chennai Branch.
Can I use FDRLINBB instead of FDRLINBBMDA?
FDRLINBB is the head office of Federal Bank Limited, The, while FDRLINBBMDA points to Chennai Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use FDRLINBBMDA 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.