SWIFT/BIC code UBININBBICN
UBININBBICN belongs to Union Bank of India in Chennai (Madras), India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UBININBBICN |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UBININBB |
| Branch code | ICN |
| Bank | Union Bank of India |
| Branch | — |
| City | Chennai (Madras) |
| Country | India |
The way 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.
- ICN 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
What bank uses BIC UBININBBICN?
The code UBININBBICN belongs to Union Bank of India, part of Union Bank of India in Chennai (Madras), India. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in UBININBBICN mean?
UBIN is the institution code of Union Bank of India, IN is the ISO code of India, BB is the location code and ICN identifies the branch Union Bank of India.
What do I need to send money to an account at Union Bank of India?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code UBININBBICN, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. India uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
How long does it take to send money to Union Bank of India?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Does Union Bank of India have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 100 SWIFT/BIC codes for Union Bank of India in India, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What is the best way to send money to Union Bank of India in India?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Indian Rupee with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.