SWIFT/BIC code IBKLINBB081
IBKLINBB081 belongs to Idbi Bank Limited in Varanasi, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | IBKLINBB081 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | IBKLINBB |
| Branch code | 081 |
| Bank | Idbi Bank Limited |
| Branch | Varanasi |
| City | Varanasi |
| Country | India |
The way 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.
- 081 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 BIC IBKLINBB081?
IBKLINBB081 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Varanasi, part of Idbi Bank Limited in Varanasi, India. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Idbi Bank Limited take in India?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Has Idbi Bank Limited got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 85 SWIFT/BIC codes for Idbi Bank Limited in India. You can see them all on the bank page.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Idbi Bank Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code IBKLINBB081, 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 do the letters in IBKLINBB081 stand for?
IBKL is the institution code of Idbi Bank Limited, IN stands for India, BB is the code for the city or region and 081 identifies the department Varanasi.
Can I use IBKLINBB instead of IBKLINBB081?
IBKLINBB points to the main office of Idbi Bank Limited, while IBKLINBB081 is Varanasi. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention IBKLINBB081.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.