SWIFT/BIC code UBININBBKAR
UBININBBKAR belongs to Union Bank of India in Karur, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UBININBBKAR |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UBININBB |
| Branch code | KAR |
| Bank | Union Bank of India |
| Branch | Karur Branch |
| City | Karur |
| 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.
- KAR 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 UBININBBKAR?
The code UBININBBKAR belongs to Karur Branch, a branch or department of Union Bank of India in Karur, India. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to Union Bank of India in India?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Union Bank of India?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code UBININBBKAR, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. India uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What do the letters in UBININBBKAR mean?
UBIN is the bank code of Union Bank of India, IN stands for India, BB is the location code and KAR identifies the branch Karur Branch.
Can I use UBININBB instead of UBININBBKAR?
UBININBB points to the main office of Union Bank of India, while UBININBBKAR points to Karur Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use UBININBBKAR if the recipient asks for it.
What is the cheapest 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. Check the amount that arrives in Indian Rupee with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.