SWIFT/BIC code HDFCINBBCAL
HDFCINBBCAL belongs to Hdfc Bank Limited in Kolkata (Calcutta), India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HDFCINBBCAL |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HDFCINBB |
| Branch code | CAL |
| Bank | Hdfc Bank Limited |
| Branch | Kolkatta 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.
- CAL 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 is behind SWIFT code HDFCINBBCAL?
HDFCINBBCAL identifies Kolkatta Branch, a unit of Hdfc Bank Limited in Kolkata (Calcutta), India. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Hdfc Bank Limited take in India?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Hdfc Bank Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code HDFCINBBCAL, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. India is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What do the letters in HDFCINBBCAL stand for?
HDFC is the institution code of Hdfc Bank Limited, IN stands for India, BB is the code for the city or region and CAL is the code of the branch Kolkatta Branch.
What is the best way to send money to Hdfc Bank Limited?
Banks often 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.
Does Hdfc Bank Limited have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 25 SWIFT/BIC codes for Hdfc Bank Limited in India, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Hdfc Bank Limited.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.