SWIFT/BIC code IOBAINBB722
IOBAINBB722 belongs to Indian Overseas Bank in Pune, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | IOBAINBB722 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | IOBAINBB |
| Branch code | 722 |
| Bank | Indian Overseas Bank |
| Branch | Pune Cantonment India |
| City | Pune |
| 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.
- 722 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 bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code IOBAINBB722?
IOBAINBB722 identifies Pune Cantonment India, a unit of Indian Overseas Bank in Pune, India. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Indian Overseas Bank?
Many banks 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.
What do the letters in IOBAINBB722 stand for?
IOBA is the bank code of Indian Overseas Bank, IN is the ISO code of India, BB is the code for the city or region and 722 is the code of the department Pune Cantonment India.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Indian Overseas Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code IOBAINBB722, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. India is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
How long does a transfer to Indian Overseas Bank take in India?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What happens if I enter IOBAINBB722 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check IOBAINBB722 with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.