SWIFT/BIC code VIJBINBBNSC

VIJBINBBNSC belongs to Vijaya Bank in Kolkata (Calcutta), India.

VIJBINBBNSC

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeVIJBINBBNSC
8-character codeVIJBINBB
Branch codeNSC
BankVijaya Bank
BranchN.s. Road Branch
CityKolkata (Calcutta)
CountryIndia

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.
NSC 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 uses SWIFT code VIJBINBBNSC?

VIJBINBBNSC identifies N.s. Road Branch, part of Vijaya Bank in Kolkata (Calcutta), India. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Vijaya Bank?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Indian Rupee with specialist providers before you send.

What do the letters in VIJBINBBNSC mean?

VIJB is the institution code of Vijaya Bank, IN stands for India, BB is the code for the city or region and NSC identifies the department N.s. Road Branch.

How long does it take to send money to Vijaya Bank in India?

An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.

What do I need to send money to an account at Vijaya Bank?

Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code VIJBINBBNSC, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. India uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.

What happens if I use VIJBINBBNSC incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check VIJBINBBNSC against the details from Vijaya Bank before sending.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.