SWIFT/BIC code VIJBINBBJAL
VIJBINBBJAL belongs to Vijaya Bank in Jalandhar, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | VIJBINBBJAL |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | VIJBINBB |
| Branch code | JAL |
| Bank | Vijaya Bank |
| Branch | Jalandhar Branch |
| City | Jalandhar |
| Country | India |
How the Vijaya Bank SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- VIJB 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.
- JAL 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 VIJBINBBJAL?
VIJBINBBJAL identifies Jalandhar Branch, a unit of Vijaya Bank in Jalandhar, India. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of VIJBINBBJAL stand for?
VIJB is the bank code of Vijaya Bank, IN stands for India, BB is the location code and JAL is the code of the department Jalandhar Branch.
What do I need to send money to an account at Vijaya Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code VIJBINBBJAL, 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 Vijaya Bank in India?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What is the best way to send money to Vijaya Bank in India?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Indian Rupee with specialist providers before you send.
Can I use VIJBINBB instead of VIJBINBBJAL?
VIJBINBB is the head office of Vijaya Bank, while VIJBINBBJAL is Jalandhar Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention VIJBINBBJAL.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.