SWIFT/BIC code UCBAINBB312
UCBAINBB312 belongs to Uco Bank in Kollam, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UCBAINBB312 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UCBAINBB |
| Branch code | 312 |
| Bank | Uco Bank |
| Branch | Kollam (Quilon) Branch |
| City | Kollam |
| Country | India |
The way the Uco Bank SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- UCBA 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.
- 312 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 is behind SWIFT code UCBAINBB312?
UCBAINBB312 identifies Kollam (Quilon) Branch, a branch or department of Uco Bank in Kollam, India. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Uco Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code UCBAINBB312, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. India is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What do the letters in UCBAINBB312 stand for?
UCBA is the institution code of Uco Bank, IN stands for India, BB is the location code and 312 is the code of the branch Kollam (Quilon) Branch.
How long does it take to send money to Uco Bank in India?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Can I use UCBAINBB instead of UCBAINBB312?
UCBAINBB is the head office of Uco Bank, while UCBAINBB312 points to Kollam (Quilon) Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use UCBAINBB312 if the recipient asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Uco Bank in India?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Indian Rupee with transfer services 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.