SWIFT/BIC code IDIBINBBHAR
IDIBINBBHAR belongs to Indian Bank in Chennai (Madras), India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | IDIBINBBHAR |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | IDIBINBB |
| Branch code | HAR |
| Bank | Indian Bank |
| Branch | Harbour Branch |
| City | Chennai (Madras) |
| 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.
- HAR 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/BIC code IDIBINBBHAR?
The code IDIBINBBHAR belongs to Harbour Branch, part of Indian Bank in Chennai (Madras), India. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What do I need to send money to an account at Indian Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code IDIBINBBHAR, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. India is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
How long does it take to send money to Indian Bank?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What happens if I enter IDIBINBBHAR incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check IDIBINBBHAR against the details from Indian Bank before you confirm.
Can I use IDIBINBB instead of IDIBINBBHAR?
IDIBINBB points to the main office of Indian Bank, while IDIBINBBHAR points to Harbour Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use IDIBINBBHAR if the recipient asks for it.
Does Indian Bank have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.