SWIFT/BIC code UBININBBKNN
UBININBBKNN belongs to Union Bank of India in Kannur, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UBININBBKNN |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UBININBB |
| Branch code | KNN |
| Bank | Union Bank of India |
| Branch | Kannur Branch |
| City | Kannur |
| Country | India |
The way the Union Bank of India SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- KNN 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 uses SWIFT code UBININBBKNN?
The code UBININBBKNN belongs to Kannur Branch, part of Union Bank of India in Kannur, 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?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What do the letters in UBININBBKNN stand for?
UBIN is the bank code of Union Bank of India, IN is the ISO code of India, BB is the code for the city or region and KNN is the code of the department Kannur Branch.
What is the best way to send money to Union Bank of India in India?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Indian Rupee with transfer services before you send.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Union Bank of India?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code UBININBBKNN, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. India is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Can I use UBININBB instead of UBININBBKNN?
UBININBB points to the main office of Union Bank of India, while UBININBBKNN points to Kannur Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use UBININBBKNN 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.