SWIFT/BIC code HDFCINBBCGH
HDFCINBBCGH belongs to Hdfc Bank Limited in Chandigarh, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HDFCINBBCGH |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HDFCINBB |
| Branch code | CGH |
| Bank | Hdfc Bank Limited |
| Branch | Service Br. Chandigarh |
| City | Chandigarh |
| 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.
- CGH 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 SWIFT code HDFCINBBCGH?
The code HDFCINBBCGH belongs to Service Br. Chandigarh, a branch or department of Hdfc Bank Limited in Chandigarh, India. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Hdfc Bank Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code HDFCINBBCGH, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. India uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What does each part of HDFCINBBCGH mean?
HDFC is the bank code of Hdfc Bank Limited, IN stands for India, BB is the code for the city or region and CGH identifies the branch Service Br. Chandigarh.
How long does it take to send money to Hdfc Bank Limited?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Can I use HDFCINBB instead of HDFCINBBCGH?
HDFCINBB is the main office of Hdfc Bank Limited, while HDFCINBBCGH points to Service Br. Chandigarh. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use HDFCINBBCGH if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Hdfc Bank Limited in India?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Indian Rupee with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.