SWIFT/BIC code IBKLINBB129
IBKLINBB129 belongs to Idbi Bank Limited in Chennai (Madras), India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | IBKLINBB129 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | IBKLINBB |
| Branch code | 129 |
| Bank | Idbi Bank Limited |
| Branch | Main Corporate Branch, Chennai |
| City | Chennai (Madras) |
| 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.
- 129 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code IBKLINBB129?
IBKLINBB129 identifies Main Corporate Branch, Chennai, a branch or department of Idbi Bank Limited in Chennai (Madras), India. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
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. Compare the amount that arrives in Indian Rupee with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter IBKLINBB129 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check IBKLINBB129 with the recipient before sending.
Has Idbi Bank Limited got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 85 SWIFT/BIC codes for Idbi Bank Limited in India, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Idbi Bank Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code IBKLINBB129, 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.
Can I use IBKLINBB instead of IBKLINBB129?
IBKLINBB points to the main office of Idbi Bank Limited, while IBKLINBB129 is Main Corporate Branch, Chennai. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention IBKLINBB129.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.