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About Telegraphic/Wire Transfers

Send money online from Canada to India securely and conveniently

Telegraphic Wire Transfers, also known as Wire Transfers or TT, offer a fast, secure, and efficient method for sending money from Canada to India. This electronic transfer system allows individuals and businesses to directly deposit funds into Indian Bank Accounts, ensuring swift delivery. 

Key Features of Telegraphic/Wire Transfer from Canada to India

Streamlined Process

Transaction Details

For remitting funds to India, ensure you include the following details in the remittance form:

  • HDFC Bank's Nostro Account number
  • HDFC Bank's SWIFT Code
  • Your HDFC Bank account number or your beneficiary's HDFC Bank account number
  • Disposal instructions, such as opening a new NRE Savings Account or booking a new FCNR Deposit for 1 year in US$.

Swift Codes

  • View the list of correspondent bank accounts for remittances here.
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Remittance Form

Get the SWIFT/Wire Transfer Form by clicking here.

Please Note:

  • When remitting funds for an FCNR Deposit, avoid mentioning your NRE/NRO Savings Account Number to prevent conversion to INR. Use your customer ID number instead.
  • Include the purpose code in field 70/72 of the remittance form. Click here to see the list of purpose codes.
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Fees & Charges

Foreign Exchange Transactions

  • Remittance Outward

    • Up to USD 500 or equivalent: ₹500 flat

    • Above USD 500 or equivalent: ₹1,000 flat

  • Remittance Inward

    • No charge

Other Foreign Exchange Transactions

  • Foreign Currency (FCY) Cash - Selling: No charge

  • Foreign Currency (FCY) Cash - Encashing: No charge

Click here to know more about the fees and charges.

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Frequently Asked Questions

There is typically no limit set on the amount of funds you can send from Canada to India via Wire Transfers. However, you must check with your remitting bank in Canada, as well as HDFC Bank for any specific transaction limits that may apply or be modified from time to time. 

Telegraphic wire transfers from Canada to India are quick, safe, and dependable. They facilitate direct deposits to Indian Bank Accounts, usually with favourable exchange rates and minimal charges. This method ensures swift delivery of funds, making it ideal for both personal and business transactions.

For sending money to India from Canada using HDFC Bank wire transfer, you need to fill out a remittance form. This form must include HDFC Bank's Nostro Account number, SWIFT Code, and your /your beneficiary's HDFC Bank Account number. Additionally, you must provide disposal instructions, like opening a new NRE Savings Account or setting up an FCNR Deposit.