SWIFT/BIC code IDIBLKLCXXX
IDIBLKLCXXX belongs to Indian Bank in Colombo, Sri Lanka.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | IDIBLKLCXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | IDIBLKLC |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Indian Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Colombo |
| Country | Sri Lanka |
How the Indian Bank SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- IDIB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- LK Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- LC Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX 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 institution is behind SWIFT/BIC code IDIBLKLCXXX?
IDIBLKLCXXX identifies the main office of Indian Bank in Colombo, Sri Lanka. It is the code to use when a payment to Indian Bank does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I use IDIBLKLCXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check IDIBLKLCXXX with the recipient before sending.
Is IDIBLKLC and IDIBLKLCXXX the same code?
Yes. IDIBLKLC is the 8-character version of IDIBLKLCXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Indian Bank in Colombo.
Does Indian Bank have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – IDIBLKLCXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Indian Bank in Sri Lanka, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Indian Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code IDIBLKLCXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Sri Lanka is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What does each part of IDIBLKLCXXX stand for?
IDIB is the institution code of Indian Bank, LK is the ISO code of Sri Lanka, LC is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.