SWIFT/BIC code MAHBINBBCAL
MAHBINBBCAL belongs to Bank of Maharashtra in Kolkata (Calcutta), India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MAHBINBBCAL |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MAHBINBB |
| Branch code | CAL |
| Bank | Bank of Maharashtra |
| Branch | Ns Road Branch, Calcutta |
| City | Kolkata (Calcutta) |
| Country | India |
The way the Bank of Maharashtra SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- MAHB 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.
- CAL 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 MAHBINBBCAL?
MAHBINBBCAL identifies Ns Road Branch, Calcutta, a unit of Bank of Maharashtra in Kolkata (Calcutta), India. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of MAHBINBBCAL mean?
MAHB is the institution code of Bank of Maharashtra, IN stands for India, BB is the code for the city or region and CAL is the code of the branch Ns Road Branch, Calcutta.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Bank of Maharashtra?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code MAHBINBBCAL, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. India is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Maharashtra?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Indian Rupee with transfer services before you send.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Maharashtra take in India?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Can I use MAHBINBB instead of MAHBINBBCAL?
MAHBINBB is the head office of Bank of Maharashtra, while MAHBINBBCAL points to Ns Road Branch, Calcutta. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MAHBINBBCAL.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.