SWIFT/BIC code LAVBINBB673
LAVBINBB673 belongs to Lakshmi Vilas Bank Limited in Sivakasi, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LAVBINBB673 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LAVBINBB |
| Branch code | 673 |
| Bank | Lakshmi Vilas Bank Limited |
| Branch | Sivakasi |
| City | Sivakasi |
| Country | India |
How the Lakshmi Vilas Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 673 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 SWIFT code LAVBINBB673?
The code LAVBINBB673 belongs to Sivakasi, a branch or department of Lakshmi Vilas Bank Limited in Sivakasi, India. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use LAVBINBB673 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check LAVBINBB673 with the recipient before you confirm.
What does each part of LAVBINBB673 mean?
LAVB is the bank code of Lakshmi Vilas Bank Limited, IN is the ISO code of India, BB is the code for the city or region and 673 is the code of the department Sivakasi.
Can I use LAVBINBB instead of LAVBINBB673?
LAVBINBB is the main office of Lakshmi Vilas Bank Limited, while LAVBINBB673 is Sivakasi. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention LAVBINBB673.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Lakshmi Vilas Bank Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code LAVBINBB673, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. India uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What is the best way to send money to Lakshmi Vilas Bank Limited in India?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Indian Rupee 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.