SWIFT/BIC code LAVBINBBXXX
LAVBINBBXXX belongs to Lakshmi Vilas Bank Limited in Mumbai, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LAVBINBBXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LAVBINBB |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Lakshmi Vilas Bank Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Mumbai |
| 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.
- XXX 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/BIC code LAVBINBBXXX?
The code LAVBINBBXXX belongs to the head office of Lakshmi Vilas Bank Limited in Mumbai, India. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Lakshmi Vilas Bank Limited.
What do the letters in LAVBINBBXXX mean?
LAVB is the institution code of Lakshmi Vilas Bank Limited, IN stands for India, BB is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Lakshmi Vilas Bank Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code LAVBINBBXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. India is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
How long does it take to send money to Lakshmi Vilas Bank Limited in India?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What is the best way to send money to Lakshmi Vilas Bank Limited?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Indian Rupee with transfer services before you send.
Is LAVBINBB and LAVBINBBXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. LAVBINBB is the 8-character version of LAVBINBBXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both will reach Lakshmi Vilas Bank Limited in Mumbai.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.