SWIFT/BIC code IOBAINBB139
IOBAINBB139 belongs to Indian Overseas Bank in Goa, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | IOBAINBB139 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | IOBAINBB |
| Branch code | 139 |
| Bank | Indian Overseas Bank |
| Branch | Panjim |
| City | Goa |
| Country | India |
How the Indian Overseas Bank SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 139 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 SWIFT/BIC code IOBAINBB139?
IOBAINBB139 identifies Panjim, a branch or department of Indian Overseas Bank in Goa, India. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use IOBAINBB instead of IOBAINBB139?
IOBAINBB is the head office of Indian Overseas Bank, while IOBAINBB139 points to Panjim. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention IOBAINBB139.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Indian Overseas Bank in India?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Indian Rupee with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Indian Overseas Bank have more 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.
How long does a transfer to Indian Overseas Bank take in India?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What does each part of IOBAINBB139 stand for?
IOBA is the institution code of Indian Overseas Bank, IN is the ISO code of India, BB is the code for the city or region and 139 identifies the department Panjim.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.