SWIFT/BIC code IOBAINBBG06
IOBAINBBG06 belongs to Indian Overseas Bank in Mumbai, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | IOBAINBBG06 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | IOBAINBB |
| Branch code | G06 |
| Bank | Indian Overseas Bank |
| Branch | Flora Fountain |
| City | Mumbai |
| Country | India |
The way 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.
- G06 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
What bank uses BIC IOBAINBBG06?
The code IOBAINBBG06 belongs to Flora Fountain, part of Indian Overseas Bank in Mumbai, India. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Indian Overseas Bank?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Indian Overseas Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code IOBAINBBG06, 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.
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 the amount that arrives in Indian Rupee with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use IOBAINBB instead of IOBAINBBG06?
IOBAINBB is the main office of Indian Overseas Bank, while IOBAINBBG06 is Flora Fountain. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use IOBAINBBG06 if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I use IOBAINBBG06 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check IOBAINBBG06 against the details from Indian Overseas Bank before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.