SWIFT/BIC code IOBAINBBR39
IOBAINBBR39 belongs to Indian Overseas Bank in Chennai (Madras), India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | IOBAINBBR39 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | IOBAINBB |
| Branch code | R39 |
| Bank | Indian Overseas Bank |
| Branch | Authorised Dealer |
| City | Chennai (Madras) |
| 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.
- R39 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 IOBAINBBR39?
IOBAINBBR39 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Authorised Dealer, a branch or department of Indian Overseas Bank in Chennai (Madras), India. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use IOBAINBB instead of IOBAINBBR39?
IOBAINBB is the main office of Indian Overseas Bank, while IOBAINBBR39 points to Authorised Dealer. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention IOBAINBBR39.
What happens if I enter IOBAINBBR39 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check IOBAINBBR39 with the recipient before you confirm.
Does Indian Overseas Bank have more 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.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Indian Overseas Bank?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Indian Rupee with specialist providers before you send.
What does each part of IOBAINBBR39 stand for?
IOBA is the bank code of Indian Overseas Bank, IN is the ISO code of India, BB is the location code and R39 is the code of the department Authorised Dealer.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.