SWIFT/BIC code VIJBINBBVAR

VIJBINBBVAR belongs to Vijaya Bank in Varanasi, India.

VIJBINBBVAR

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeVIJBINBBVAR
8-character codeVIJBINBB
Branch codeVAR
BankVijaya Bank
BranchVaranasi Branch
CityVaranasi
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.
VAR 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code VIJBINBBVAR?

VIJBINBBVAR is the SWIFT/BIC code of Varanasi Branch, a unit of Vijaya Bank in Varanasi, India. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I enter VIJBINBBVAR with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check VIJBINBBVAR against the details from Vijaya Bank before you confirm.

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 the amount that arrives in Indian Rupee with transfer services before you send.

Can I use VIJBINBB instead of VIJBINBBVAR?

VIJBINBB is the main office of Vijaya Bank, while VIJBINBBVAR points to Varanasi Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention VIJBINBBVAR.

Has Vijaya Bank got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 57 SWIFT/BIC codes for Vijaya Bank in India, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.

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

A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.

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