SWIFT/BIC code SOININ55721
SOININ55721 belongs to The South Indian Bank LTD in Thiruvananthapuram, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SOININ55721 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SOININ55 |
| Branch code | 721 |
| Bank | The South Indian Bank LTD |
| Branch | Thampanoor Corporate Branch |
| City | Thiruvananthapuram |
| Country | India |
The way the The South Indian Bank LTD SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 721 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 uses BIC SOININ55721?
SOININ55721 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Thampanoor Corporate Branch, a unit of The South Indian Bank LTD in Thiruvananthapuram, India. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to The South Indian Bank LTD in India?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Indian Rupee with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of SOININ55721 mean?
SOIN is the institution code of The South Indian Bank LTD, IN stands for India, 55 is the code for the city or region and 721 identifies the branch Thampanoor Corporate Branch.
What happens if I use SOININ55721 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check SOININ55721 against the details from The South Indian Bank LTD before sending.
Can I use SOININ55 instead of SOININ55721?
SOININ55 is the main office of The South Indian Bank LTD, while SOININ55721 points to Thampanoor Corporate Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SOININ55721.
How long does it take to send money to The South Indian Bank LTD?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.