SWIFT/BIC code IOBAINBB075
IOBAINBB075 belongs to Indian Overseas Bank in Chennai (Madras), India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | IOBAINBB075 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | IOBAINBB |
| Branch code | 075 |
| Bank | Indian Overseas Bank |
| Branch | Puraswalkam |
| City | Chennai (Madras) |
| Country | India |
The way the Indian Overseas Bank SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 075 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 uses BIC IOBAINBB075?
The code IOBAINBB075 belongs to Puraswalkam, a unit of Indian Overseas Bank in Chennai (Madras), India. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use IOBAINBB instead of IOBAINBB075?
IOBAINBB is the main office of Indian Overseas Bank, while IOBAINBB075 points to Puraswalkam. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use IOBAINBB075 if the recipient asks for it.
Does Indian Overseas Bank have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 126 SWIFT/BIC codes for Indian Overseas Bank in India, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Indian Overseas Bank.
What is the best way to send money to Indian Overseas Bank?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Indian Rupee with transfer services before you send.
How long does a transfer to Indian Overseas Bank take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What happens if I use IOBAINBB075 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check IOBAINBB075 with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.