SWIFT/BIC code VIJBINBBMDM
VIJBINBBMDM belongs to Vijaya Bank in Chennai (Madras), India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | VIJBINBBMDM |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | VIJBINBB |
| Branch code | MDM |
| Bank | Vijaya Bank |
| Branch | Moore Street Branch |
| City | Chennai (Madras) |
| Country | India |
The way 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.
- MDM 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
What bank is behind SWIFT code VIJBINBBMDM?
The code VIJBINBBMDM belongs to Moore Street Branch, a branch or department of Vijaya Bank in Chennai (Madras), India. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Vijaya Bank in India?
Banks often 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.
Has Vijaya Bank got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 57 SWIFT/BIC codes for Vijaya Bank in India. All of them are listed on the page of Vijaya Bank.
What happens if I enter VIJBINBBMDM incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check VIJBINBBMDM with the recipient before you confirm.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Vijaya Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code VIJBINBBMDM, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. India uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Can I use VIJBINBB instead of VIJBINBBMDM?
VIJBINBB points to the head office of Vijaya Bank, while VIJBINBBMDM points to Moore Street Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention VIJBINBBMDM.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.