SWIFT/BIC code UBININBBELB
UBININBBELB belongs to Union Bank of India in Ahmedabad, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UBININBBELB |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UBININBB |
| Branch code | ELB |
| Bank | Union Bank of India |
| Branch | Ellisbridge Br |
| City | Ahmedabad |
| Country | India |
How the Union Bank of India SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- UBIN 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.
- ELB 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 UBININBBELB?
The code UBININBBELB belongs to Ellisbridge Br, part of Union Bank of India in Ahmedabad, India. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Union Bank of India?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Indian Rupee with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of UBININBBELB stand for?
UBIN is the bank code of Union Bank of India, IN stands for India, BB is the code for the city or region and ELB identifies the branch Ellisbridge Br.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Union Bank of India?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code UBININBBELB, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. India uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
How long does it take to send money to Union Bank of India?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Can I use UBININBB instead of UBININBBELB?
UBININBB points to the main office of Union Bank of India, while UBININBBELB points to Ellisbridge Br. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use UBININBBELB if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.