SWIFT/BIC code SMSEINC1XXX
SMSEINC1XXX belongs to Smifs Securities LTD. in Kolkata (Calcutta), India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SMSEINC1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SMSEINC1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Smifs Securities LTD. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Kolkata (Calcutta) |
| Country | India |
How the Smifs Securities LTD. SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SMSE Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- IN Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- C1 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 institution uses SWIFT/BIC code SMSEINC1XXX?
SMSEINC1XXX identifies the main office of Smifs Securities LTD. in Kolkata (Calcutta), India. It is the code to use when a payment to Smifs Securities LTD. does not need a specific branch.
Are SMSEINC1 and SMSEINC1XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. SMSEINC1 is the short version of SMSEINC1XXX. XXX simply means head office, so both will reach Smifs Securities LTD. in Kolkata (Calcutta).
What happens if I use SMSEINC1XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SMSEINC1XXX with the recipient before sending.
Does Smifs Securities LTD. have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, SMSEINC1XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Smifs Securities LTD. in India, so there is no branch code to choose.
How long does it take to send money to Smifs Securities LTD. in India?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What do I need to send money to an account at Smifs Securities LTD.?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SMSEINC1XXX, 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.