SWIFT/BIC code UBININBBIEV
UBININBBIEV belongs to Union Bank of India in Mumbai, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UBININBBIEV |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UBININBB |
| Branch code | IEV |
| Bank | Union Bank of India |
| Branch | International Exchange Branch |
| City | Mumbai |
| Country | India |
How the Union Bank of India SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- IEV 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 branch is behind BIC UBININBBIEV?
The code UBININBBIEV belongs to International Exchange Branch, a unit of Union Bank of India in Mumbai, India. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Union Bank of India take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What is the best way to send money to Union Bank of India in India?
Banks often 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.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Union Bank of India?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code UBININBBIEV, 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.
Can I use UBININBB instead of UBININBBIEV?
UBININBB is the head office of Union Bank of India, while UBININBBIEV points to International Exchange Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention UBININBBIEV.
What do the letters in UBININBBIEV mean?
UBIN is the institution code of Union Bank of India, IN stands for India, BB is the code for the city or region and IEV identifies the branch International Exchange Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.