SWIFT/BIC code HDFCINBBBHP
HDFCINBBBHP belongs to Hdfc Bank Limited in Kolkata (Calcutta), India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HDFCINBBBHP |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HDFCINBB |
| Branch code | BHP |
| Bank | Hdfc Bank Limited |
| Branch | Kolkata - Bhavanipur Branch |
| City | Kolkata (Calcutta) |
| Country | India |
The way the Hdfc Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- HDFC 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.
- BHP 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 uses BIC HDFCINBBBHP?
HDFCINBBBHP identifies Kolkata - Bhavanipur Branch, part of Hdfc Bank Limited in Kolkata (Calcutta), India. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Hdfc Bank Limited take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What do the letters in HDFCINBBBHP mean?
HDFC is the institution code of Hdfc Bank Limited, IN is the ISO code of India, BB is the code for the city or region and BHP identifies the department Kolkata - Bhavanipur Branch.
What happens if I enter HDFCINBBBHP with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HDFCINBBBHP with the recipient before you confirm.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Hdfc Bank Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code HDFCINBBBHP, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. India is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Can I use HDFCINBB instead of HDFCINBBBHP?
HDFCINBB points to the main office of Hdfc Bank Limited, while HDFCINBBBHP points to Kolkata - Bhavanipur Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use HDFCINBBBHP 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.