SWIFT/BIC code IBKLINBB012
IBKLINBB012 belongs to Idbi Bank Limited in Kolkata (Calcutta), India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | IBKLINBB012 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | IBKLINBB |
| Branch code | 012 |
| Bank | Idbi Bank Limited |
| Branch | Kolkata Branch |
| City | Kolkata (Calcutta) |
| Country | India |
How the Idbi Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- IBKL 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.
- 012 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 IBKLINBB012?
IBKLINBB012 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Kolkata Branch, a unit of Idbi Bank Limited in Kolkata (Calcutta), India. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Idbi Bank Limited?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What do the letters in IBKLINBB012 stand for?
IBKL is the bank code of Idbi Bank Limited, IN is the ISO code of India, BB is the code for the city or region and 012 is the code of the department Kolkata Branch.
What do I need to send money to an account at Idbi Bank Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code IBKLINBB012, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. India is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What happens if I use IBKLINBB012 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check IBKLINBB012 with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use IBKLINBB instead of IBKLINBB012?
IBKLINBB points to the head office of Idbi Bank Limited, while IBKLINBB012 points to Kolkata Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use IBKLINBB012 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.