SWIFT/BIC code JANBBDDHMCA
JANBBDDHMCA belongs to Janata Bank Limited in Dhaka, Bangladesh.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | JANBBDDHMCA |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | JANBBDDH |
| Branch code | MCA |
| Bank | Janata Bank Limited |
| Branch | Motijheel Corporate Branch |
| City | Dhaka |
| Country | Bangladesh |
How the Janata Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- JANB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- BD Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- DH Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- MCA 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 is behind BIC JANBBDDHMCA?
The code JANBBDDHMCA belongs to Motijheel Corporate Branch, a branch or department of Janata Bank Limited in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in JANBBDDHMCA mean?
JANB is the bank code of Janata Bank Limited, BD stands for Bangladesh, DH is the location code and MCA is the code of the branch Motijheel Corporate Branch.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Janata Bank Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code JANBBDDHMCA, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Bangladesh is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Can I use JANBBDDH instead of JANBBDDHMCA?
JANBBDDH points to the main office of Janata Bank Limited, while JANBBDDHMCA points to Motijheel Corporate Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention JANBBDDHMCA.
How long does a transfer to Janata Bank Limited take in Bangladesh?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What is the best way to send money to Janata Bank Limited?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Bangladesh with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.