SWIFT/BIC code ORBCINBBCAL
ORBCINBBCAL belongs to Oriental Bank of Commerce in Kolkata (Calcutta), India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ORBCINBBCAL |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ORBCINBB |
| Branch code | CAL |
| Bank | Oriental Bank of Commerce |
| Branch | Overseas Calcutta Branch |
| City | Kolkata (Calcutta) |
| Country | India |
How the Oriental Bank of Commerce SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ORBC 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 uses BIC ORBCINBBCAL?
The code ORBCINBBCAL belongs to Overseas Calcutta Branch, a branch or department of Oriental Bank of Commerce in Kolkata (Calcutta), India. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Oriental Bank of Commerce?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Indian Rupee with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does a transfer to Oriental Bank of Commerce take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Oriental Bank of Commerce?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code ORBCINBBCAL, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. India uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Has Oriental Bank of Commerce got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 90 SWIFT/BIC codes for Oriental Bank of Commerce in India. All of them are listed on the page of Oriental Bank of Commerce.
What happens if I enter ORBCINBBCAL incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check ORBCINBBCAL with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.