ABNAINBB — NATWEST MARKETS PLC, INDIA BRANCH (FORMERLY KNOWN AS RBS PLC)
ABNAINBB is the SWIFT/BIC code for NATWEST MARKETS PLC, INDIA BRANCH (FORMERLY KNOWN AS RBS PLC) in MUMBAI, India — an 8-character head-office code under ISO 9362.
ABNAINBB is the SWIFT/BIC code for NATWEST MARKETS PLC, INDIA BRANCH (FORMERLY KNOWN AS RBS PLC) in MUMBAI, India. It is an 8-character head-office identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | NATWEST MARKETS PLC, INDIA BRANCH (FORMERLY KNOWN AS RBS PLC) |
| Country | India (IN) |
| Location Code | BB |
| Branch | None |
| Type | 8-character head-office code (BIC8) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code ABNAINBB belong to?
The SWIFT code ABNAINBB identifies NATWEST MARKETS PLC, INDIA BRANCH (FORMERLY KNOWN AS RBS PLC) in MUMBAI, India. This head office code is used for cross-border payments and SWIFT network routing.
What do the parts of the SWIFT code ABNAINBB mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of ABNAINBB are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (ABNA) represent the bank code for NATWEST MARKETS PLC, INDIA BRANCH (FORMERLY KNOWN AS RBS PLC); characters 5-6 (IN) indicate the country code for India; characters 7-8 (BB) specify the location code; and the final characters (—) designate the specific branch.
Is the BIC code ABNAINBB active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) ABNAINBB is registered under ISO 9362 and is active for routing interbank messages. Location characters 'BB' designate it as a primary active participant.
Can I use the head office code ABNAINBB instead of ABNAINBB?
Yes. The 8-character code ABNAINBB represents the primary headquarters of NATWEST MARKETS PLC, INDIA BRANCH (FORMERLY KNOWN AS RBS PLC). The 11-character code ABNAINBB targets the head office directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to ABNAINBB (or ABNAINBBXXX) will route them to the main head office.
What is the physical address of the bank registered to ABNAINBB?
The physical address registered for ABNAINBB is: 14, VEER NARIMAN ROAD, 400023, MUMBAI, India. Verify this address matches your recipient's branch details before initiating a transaction.
What routing networks operate with the ABNAINBB code in India?
The SWIFT code ABNAINBB is used for international inbound wire transfers in India. Domestic wires route via IFSC codes; SWIFT is only for international inbound transactions.
Sources & References
- 🌐 ISO 9362: The official standard defining the Business Identifier Code (BIC) format guidelines.
- 🏢 SWIFT Registration Authority: The organization designated by ISO to register and publish BICs (swift.com).