HDFC BANK LIMITED
SWIFT Code
Complete details for secure international wire transfers
Bank Location
Bank Name
HDFC BANK LIMITED
Branch
MUMBAI - FORT
City
MUMBAI
Country
India
Full Address
FLOOR GF, MANEKJI WADIA BLDG, NANIK MOTWANI MARG, FORT
Understanding SWIFT Code Structure
How to Use This SWIFT Code
International Wire Transfers: Use this code when sending money internationally to ensure funds reach the correct bank and branch.
Business Payments: Essential for international trade payments, supplier settlements, and export-import transactions.
Correspondent Banking: Required for banks to identify each other in the global financial network.
Letter of Credit: Necessary for trade finance instruments and documentary collections.
What You Need for Wire Transfers
- • Recipient's full name and address
- • Complete bank address
- • SWIFT/BIC code
- • Account number or IBAN
- • Purpose of transfer
- • Your identification documents
- • Transfer amount and currency
- • Additional reference information
Common Wire Transfer Mistakes
- • Using outdated or incorrect SWIFT codes
- • Mixing up similar bank or branch codes
- • Incomplete recipient information causing delays
- • Not checking correspondent banking relationships
- • Ignoring compliance requirements for large transfers
- • Incorrect currency codes or amount specifications
Expected Processing Times
Standard Wire Transfer
- • Same country: 1-2 business days
- • International: 3-5 business days
- • Complex routing: 5-7 business days
Factors Affecting Speed
- • Time zones and banking hours
- • Compliance checks and regulations
- • Correspondent bank relationships
Related Resources
• SWIFT Network: Official directory of all SWIFT codes worldwide
• Reserve Bank Guidelines: Regulations for international money transfers
• Foreign Exchange Rules: Compliance requirements for cross-border payments
• Anti-Money Laundering: KYC and documentation requirements