SWIFT/BIC code HVBKIN5MXXX
HVBKIN5MXXX belongs to Woori Bank, Chennai Br. in Chennai (Madras), India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HVBKIN5MXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HVBKIN5M |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Woori Bank, Chennai Br. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Chennai (Madras) |
| Country | India |
How the Woori Bank, Chennai Br. SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- HVBK Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- IN Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 5M Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX 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 bank is behind SWIFT code HVBKIN5MXXX?
HVBKIN5MXXX identifies the main office of Woori Bank, Chennai Br. in Chennai (Madras), India. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Woori Bank, Chennai Br..
Is HVBKIN5M and HVBKIN5MXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. HVBKIN5M is the short version of HVBKIN5MXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Woori Bank, Chennai Br. in Chennai (Madras).
Does Woori Bank, Chennai Br. use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – HVBKIN5MXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Woori Bank, Chennai Br. in India, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
How long does it take to send money to Woori Bank, Chennai Br.?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Woori Bank, Chennai Br.?
Many banks 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.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Woori Bank, Chennai Br.?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code HVBKIN5MXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. India uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.