SWIFT/BIC code IOBAINBB438
IOBAINBB438 belongs to Indian Overseas Bank in Chennai (Madras), India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | IOBAINBB438 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | IOBAINBB |
| Branch code | 438 |
| Bank | Indian Overseas Bank |
| Branch | Ranipet Industrial Complex |
| 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.
- 438 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 IOBAINBB438?
The code IOBAINBB438 belongs to Ranipet Industrial Complex, a unit of Indian Overseas Bank in Chennai (Madras), India. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Indian Overseas Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code IOBAINBB438, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. India uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
How long does it take to send money to Indian Overseas Bank?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Has Indian Overseas Bank got 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 cheapest way to send money to Indian Overseas Bank in India?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Indian Rupee with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use IOBAINBB instead of IOBAINBB438?
IOBAINBB points to the main office of Indian Overseas Bank, while IOBAINBB438 points to Ranipet Industrial Complex. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use IOBAINBB438 if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.