SWIFT/BIC code IOBAINBB893
IOBAINBB893 belongs to Indian Overseas Bank in Kolkata (Calcutta), India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | IOBAINBB893 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | IOBAINBB |
| Branch code | 893 |
| Bank | Indian Overseas Bank |
| Branch | Authorised Dealer |
| City | Kolkata (Calcutta) |
| Country | India |
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.
- 893 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 code IOBAINBB893?
IOBAINBB893 identifies Authorised Dealer, a unit of Indian Overseas Bank in Kolkata (Calcutta), India. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter IOBAINBB893 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check IOBAINBB893 against the details from Indian Overseas Bank before you confirm.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Indian Overseas Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code IOBAINBB893, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. India uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Has Indian Overseas Bank got other 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.
How long does it take to send money to Indian Overseas Bank in India?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Indian Overseas Bank in India?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Indian Rupee with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.