SWIFT/BIC code ORBCINBBVAR
ORBCINBBVAR belongs to Oriental Bank of Commerce in Varanasi, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ORBCINBBVAR |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ORBCINBB |
| Branch code | VAR |
| Bank | Oriental Bank of Commerce |
| Branch | Sigra Varanasi 0834 |
| City | Varanasi |
| Country | India |
How the Oriental Bank of Commerce SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- VAR 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 SWIFT/BIC code ORBCINBBVAR?
ORBCINBBVAR identifies Sigra Varanasi 0834, a branch or department of Oriental Bank of Commerce in Varanasi, India. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use ORBCINBBVAR with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check ORBCINBBVAR with the recipient before sending.
What do I need to send money to an account at Oriental Bank of Commerce?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code ORBCINBBVAR, the IBAN or local account number 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 Oriental Bank of Commerce in India?
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 Oriental Bank of Commerce take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Can I use ORBCINBB instead of ORBCINBBVAR?
ORBCINBB points to the head office of Oriental Bank of Commerce, while ORBCINBBVAR is Sigra Varanasi 0834. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention ORBCINBBVAR.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.