SWIFT/BIC code IBKLINBB071
IBKLINBB071 belongs to Idbi Bank Limited in Bhavnagar, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | IBKLINBB071 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | IBKLINBB |
| Branch code | 071 |
| Bank | Idbi Bank Limited |
| Branch | Bhavnagar |
| City | Bhavnagar |
| Country | India |
The way the Idbi Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 071 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 is behind SWIFT code IBKLINBB071?
The code IBKLINBB071 belongs to Bhavnagar, part of Idbi Bank Limited in Bhavnagar, India. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use IBKLINBB071 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check IBKLINBB071 against the details from Idbi Bank Limited before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Idbi Bank Limited?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Indian Rupee with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does it take to send money to Idbi Bank Limited in India?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Idbi Bank Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code IBKLINBB071, 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 does each part of IBKLINBB071 mean?
IBKL is the institution code of Idbi Bank Limited, IN stands for India, BB is the code for the city or region and 071 identifies the department Bhavnagar.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.