SWIFT/BIC code SOININ55TBD

SOININ55TBD belongs to The South Indian Bank LTD in Ernakulam, India.

SOININ55TBD

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeSOININ55TBD
8-character codeSOININ55
Branch codeTBD
BankThe South Indian Bank LTD
BranchCtfob
CityErnakulam
CountryIndia

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.
TBD 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 SWIFT/BIC code SOININ55TBD?

SOININ55TBD is the SWIFT/BIC code of Ctfob, a unit of The South Indian Bank LTD in Ernakulam, India. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I use SOININ55TBD incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check SOININ55TBD with the recipient before sending.

What is the cheapest way to send money to The South Indian Bank LTD?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Indian Rupee with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Does The South Indian Bank LTD have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 50 SWIFT/BIC codes for The South Indian Bank LTD in India. You can see them all on the bank page.

Can I use SOININ55 instead of SOININ55TBD?

SOININ55 is the main office of The South Indian Bank LTD, while SOININ55TBD is Ctfob. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SOININ55TBD.

What do I need for a transfer to an account at The South Indian Bank LTD?

You need the SWIFT/BIC code SOININ55TBD, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. India uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.