SWIFT/BIC code SOININ55264
SOININ55264 belongs to The South Indian Bank LTD in Kochi, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SOININ55264 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SOININ55 |
| Branch code | 264 |
| Bank | The South Indian Bank LTD |
| Branch | Foreign Exchange Dept, Central Office Branch |
| City | Kochi |
| Country | India |
How the The South Indian Bank LTD SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SOIN Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- IN Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 55 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 264 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 code SOININ55264?
The code SOININ55264 belongs to Foreign Exchange Dept, Central Office Branch, a branch or department of The South Indian Bank LTD in Kochi, India. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What do I need to send money to an account at The South Indian Bank LTD?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SOININ55264, 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 happens if I use SOININ55264 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SOININ55264 with the recipient before sending.
Can I use SOININ55 instead of SOININ55264?
SOININ55 is the head office of The South Indian Bank LTD, while SOININ55264 points to Foreign Exchange Dept, Central Office Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use SOININ55264 if the recipient asks for it.
How long does a transfer to The South Indian Bank LTD take in India?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What is the best way to send money to The South Indian Bank LTD in India?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Indian Rupee with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.