SWIFT/BIC code IOBAINBB408
IOBAINBB408 belongs to Indian Overseas Bank in New Delhi, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | IOBAINBB408 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | IOBAINBB |
| Branch code | 408 |
| Bank | Indian Overseas Bank |
| Branch | R.k. Puram Branch |
| City | New Delhi |
| Country | India |
How 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.
- 408 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/BIC code IOBAINBB408?
IOBAINBB408 identifies R.k. Puram Branch, a unit of Indian Overseas Bank in New Delhi, India. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Does Indian Overseas Bank have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 126 SWIFT/BIC codes for Indian Overseas Bank in India, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Indian Overseas Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code IOBAINBB408, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. India is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
How long does it take to send money to Indian Overseas Bank?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What is the best way to send money to Indian Overseas Bank in India?
Many banks add 1–3% 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 IOBAINBB408?
IOBAINBB is the main office of Indian Overseas Bank, while IOBAINBB408 is R.k. Puram Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention IOBAINBB408.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.