SWIFT/BIC code IOBAINBB051
IOBAINBB051 belongs to Indian Overseas Bank in Mumbai, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | IOBAINBB051 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | IOBAINBB |
| Branch code | 051 |
| Bank | Indian Overseas Bank |
| Branch | Mahim Branch |
| City | Mumbai |
| Country | India |
The way the Indian Overseas Bank SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- IOBA 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.
- 051 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 SWIFT/BIC code IOBAINBB051?
The code IOBAINBB051 belongs to Mahim Branch, a unit of Indian Overseas Bank in Mumbai, 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 Overseas Bank in India?
Many banks 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 – the difference can be large.
Can I use IOBAINBB instead of IOBAINBB051?
IOBAINBB is the main office of Indian Overseas Bank, while IOBAINBB051 is Mahim Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention IOBAINBB051.
What do I need to send money to an account at Indian Overseas Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code IOBAINBB051, the IBAN or local account number 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 Overseas Bank take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Has Indian Overseas Bank got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 126 SWIFT/BIC codes for Indian Overseas Bank in India. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.