SWIFT/BIC code ICICINBBVC2
ICICINBBVC2 belongs to Icici Bank Limited in Chennai (Madras), India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ICICINBBVC2 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ICICINBB |
| Branch code | VC2 |
| Bank | Icici Bank Limited |
| Branch | Vostro Cell-Chennai |
| City | Chennai (Madras) |
| Country | India |
The way the Icici Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ICIC 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.
- VC2 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 is behind SWIFT code ICICINBBVC2?
ICICINBBVC2 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Vostro Cell-Chennai, a branch or department of Icici Bank Limited in Chennai (Madras), India. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Icici Bank Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code ICICINBBVC2, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. India uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
How long does it take to send money to Icici Bank Limited in India?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What does each part of ICICINBBVC2 mean?
ICIC is the bank code of Icici Bank Limited, IN is the ISO code of India, BB is the location code and VC2 identifies the department Vostro Cell-Chennai.
Can I use ICICINBB instead of ICICINBBVC2?
ICICINBB points to the main office of Icici Bank Limited, while ICICINBBVC2 is Vostro Cell-Chennai. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use ICICINBBVC2 if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Icici Bank Limited?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Indian Rupee with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.