SWIFT/BIC code IDIBINBBTLT
IDIBINBBTLT belongs to Indian Bank in Chennai (Madras), India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | IDIBINBBTLT |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | IDIBINBB |
| Branch code | TLT |
| Bank | Indian Bank |
| Branch | Thousand Lights 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.
- TLT 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 bank uses BIC IDIBINBBTLT?
IDIBINBBTLT is the SWIFT/BIC code of Thousand Lights Branch, a branch or department of Indian Bank in Chennai (Madras), India. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use IDIBINBBTLT incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check IDIBINBBTLT against the details from Indian Bank before sending.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Indian Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code IDIBINBBTLT, 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 a transfer to Indian Bank take in India?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Can I use IDIBINBB instead of IDIBINBBTLT?
IDIBINBB points to the main office of Indian Bank, while IDIBINBBTLT points to Thousand Lights Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use IDIBINBBTLT if the recipient asks for it.
What do the letters in IDIBINBBTLT stand for?
IDIB is the bank code of Indian Bank, IN is the ISO code of India, BB is the location code and TLT identifies the department Thousand Lights Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.