SWIFT/BIC code IDIBINBBGDY
IDIBINBBGDY belongs to Indian Bank in Chennai (Madras), India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | IDIBINBBGDY |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | IDIBINBB |
| Branch code | GDY |
| Bank | Indian Bank |
| Branch | Guindy Branch |
| City | Chennai (Madras) |
| Country | India |
The way the Indian Bank SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- GDY 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 IDIBINBBGDY?
The code IDIBINBBGDY belongs to Guindy Branch, part of Indian Bank in Chennai (Madras), India. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does Indian Bank have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 91 SWIFT/BIC codes for Indian Bank in India, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Indian Bank.
What is the best way to send money to Indian Bank?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Indian Rupee with transfer services before you send.
Can I use IDIBINBB instead of IDIBINBBGDY?
IDIBINBB is the head office of Indian Bank, while IDIBINBBGDY is Guindy Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use IDIBINBBGDY if the recipient asks for it.
What do the letters in IDIBINBBGDY mean?
IDIB is the institution code of Indian Bank, IN stands for India, BB is the location code and GDY is the code of the branch Guindy Branch.
How long does a transfer to Indian Bank take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.