SWIFT/BIC code IOBAINBB205

IOBAINBB205 belongs to Indian Overseas Bank in Mumbai, India.

IOBAINBB205

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeIOBAINBB205
8-character codeIOBAINBB
Branch code205
BankIndian Overseas Bank
BranchWorli - Mumbai
CityMumbai
CountryIndia

How 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.
205 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 is behind SWIFT code IOBAINBB205?

The code IOBAINBB205 belongs to Worli - Mumbai, a branch or department of Indian Overseas Bank in Mumbai, India. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use IOBAINBB instead of IOBAINBB205?

IOBAINBB is the main office of Indian Overseas Bank, while IOBAINBB205 points to Worli - Mumbai. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention IOBAINBB205.

Does Indian Overseas Bank have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 126 SWIFT/BIC codes for Indian Overseas Bank in India. All of them are listed on the page of Indian Overseas Bank.

What happens if I enter IOBAINBB205 incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check IOBAINBB205 with the recipient before sending.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Indian Overseas Bank?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Indian Rupee with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

How long does a transfer to Indian Overseas Bank take?

An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.