SWIFT/BIC code LAVBINBB434
LAVBINBB434 belongs to Lakshmi Vilas Bank Limited in Chennai (Madras), India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LAVBINBB434 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LAVBINBB |
| Branch code | 434 |
| Bank | Lakshmi Vilas Bank Limited |
| Branch | Cathedral Road |
| City | Chennai (Madras) |
| Country | India |
How the Lakshmi Vilas Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- LAVB 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.
- 434 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 branch uses SWIFT code LAVBINBB434?
LAVBINBB434 identifies Cathedral Road, a unit of Lakshmi Vilas Bank Limited in Chennai (Madras), India. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use LAVBINBB434 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check LAVBINBB434 with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use LAVBINBB instead of LAVBINBB434?
LAVBINBB is the head office of Lakshmi Vilas Bank Limited, while LAVBINBB434 is Cathedral Road. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention LAVBINBB434.
Has Lakshmi Vilas Bank Limited got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 16 SWIFT/BIC codes for Lakshmi Vilas Bank Limited in India. You can see them all on the bank page.
How long does it take to send money to Lakshmi Vilas Bank Limited in India?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Lakshmi Vilas Bank Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code LAVBINBB434, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. India is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.