SWIFT/BIC code HSBCINBBDAL
HSBCINBBDAL belongs to The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited in Mumbai, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HSBCINBBDAL |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HSBCINBB |
| Branch code | DAL |
| Bank | The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited |
| Branch | Dalhousie Square |
| City | Mumbai |
| Country | India |
How the The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- HSBC 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.
- DAL 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/BIC code HSBCINBBDAL?
The code HSBCINBBDAL belongs to Dalhousie Square, a branch or department of The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited in Mumbai, India. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter HSBCINBBDAL with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check HSBCINBBDAL with the recipient before you confirm.
What does each part of HSBCINBBDAL stand for?
HSBC is the institution code of The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited, IN is the ISO code of India, BB is the code for the city or region and DAL identifies the department Dalhousie Square.
Can I use HSBCINBB instead of HSBCINBBDAL?
HSBCINBB is the main office of The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited, while HSBCINBBDAL points to Dalhousie Square. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HSBCINBBDAL.
What is the cheapest way to send money to The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited in India?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Indian Rupee with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does a transfer to The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.