SWIFT/BIC code IDIBINBBEKM
IDIBINBBEKM belongs to Indian Bank in Ernakulam, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | IDIBINBBEKM |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | IDIBINBB |
| Branch code | EKM |
| Bank | Indian Bank |
| Branch | Ernakulam Branch |
| City | Ernakulam |
| Country | India |
How the Indian Bank SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- IDIB 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.
- EKM 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 BIC IDIBINBBEKM?
IDIBINBBEKM is the SWIFT/BIC code of Ernakulam Branch, a unit of Indian Bank in Ernakulam, India. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Indian Bank in India?
Many banks add several percent 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.
What do I need to send money to an account at Indian Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code IDIBINBBEKM, 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 IDIBINBBEKM mean?
IDIB is the institution code of Indian Bank, IN stands for India, BB is the location code and EKM identifies the branch Ernakulam Branch.
How long does it take to send money to Indian Bank in India?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What happens if I enter IDIBINBBEKM with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check IDIBINBBEKM with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.