IFSC Code of Federal Bank, Visakhapatanam Branch, Andhra Pradesh

If you are searching for the IFSC code of Federal Bank, VISAKHAPATANAM branch in VISAKHAPATANAM, ANDHRA PRADESH, this page has every detail you need. The verified IFSC code for this branch is FDRL0001235. You can use it for NEFT, RTGS and IMPS fund transfers, online banking add-payee actions, UPI mandates and any other electronic payment request that asks for an Indian Financial System Code. The information on this page is curated specifically for customers, remitters, employers and businesses who need to credit funds to an account maintained at this branch, and it is structured so you can find what you need within a few seconds of landing here.

You will see the complete branch address, the area STD code and phone number, the city and state, the day-to-day banking services that are typically offered at the VISAKHAPATANAM branch, and detailed step-by-step guides for using the IFSC FDRL0001235 across NEFT, RTGS and IMPS rails. A frequently-asked-questions section at the end answers the most common queries we receive about this particular branch.

An IFSC (Indian Financial System Code) is an 11-character alphanumeric code issued by the Reserve Bank of India. It uniquely identifies every bank branch that participates in the RBI's electronic fund-transfer systems – NEFT, RTGS and IMPS. The first four characters represent the bank, the fifth is always a zero (reserved for future use), and the last six characters identify the specific branch.

For Federal Bank's VISAKHAPATANAM branch, the IFSC FDRL0001235 breaks down as follows: FDRL identifies the bank, 0 is the reserved character, and 001235 identifies this particular branch.

Bank profile

Federal Bank is among the recognised banks listed on the Reserve Bank of India's payments network. The Visakhapatanam branch — IFSC FDRL0001235 — extends the bank's services to customers in and around Visakhapatanam, Andhra Pradesh.

Branch details at a glance

About this branch

The branch is located at P.B.NO.2014 DABA GARDENS VISAKHAPATANAM. It serves the Visakhapatanam region and is connected to the bank's core banking platform, which means transactions initiated here are instantly visible across all other branches of Federal Bank. The IFSC FDRL0001235 is used to identify this branch on the RBI payments network.

The role of IFSC in India's payments network

India's electronic payment infrastructure — NEFT, RTGS, IMPS, UPI and the National Automated Clearing House (NACH) — is built on a single principle: every participating bank branch must be uniquely identifiable by an alphanumeric code. The Reserve Bank of India introduced the IFSC system to fulfil this requirement, and that is how Federal Bank's VISAKHAPATANAM branch came to be assigned the code FDRL0001235.

Whether you are receiving a salary on the first of the month, paying a vendor invoice, settling an EMI, or accepting a refund from an e-commerce platform, the IFSC is the silent piece of metadata that tells the network where your account lives. Without IFSC FDRL0001235, money simply cannot be routed to the VISAKHAPATANAM branch electronically.

Products and account variants supported

Every account opened at the Visakhapatanam branch is mapped to IFSC FDRL0001235 on the RBI payments network. The branch generally supports the full retail product catalogue of Federal Bank, including:

• Resident savings accounts and salary accounts
• Current accounts for businesses and professionals
• Fixed deposits, recurring deposits and tax-saver deposits
• Demand drafts, banker's cheques and pay orders
• Retail loans — personal, vehicle, education, gold and home
• Credit cards and overdraft facilities (subject to eligibility)
• Third-party investment products such as mutual funds and insurance (through tie-ups)

Whichever product you choose, the IFSC for incoming credits remains FDRL0001235.

Products and services

Customers walking into the Visakhapatanam branch can access most of Federal Bank's standard product suite, including:

• Account opening – savings, current, NRI, salary
• Term deposits and recurring deposits
• Retail and small-business loans
• Insurance and mutual-fund tie-ups
• Locker, safe deposit and ATM card services
• Online and mobile banking activation
• Electronic transfers via IFSC FDRL0001235

How to transfer money using IFSC FDRL0001235

Online transfers in India are powered by three major channels — NEFT, RTGS and IMPS — and each one requires a destination IFSC. Below is a quick guide for using IFSC FDRL0001235 across all three.

NEFT to Federal Bank, VISAKHAPATANAM using IFSC FDRL0001235

National Electronic Funds Transfer is the simplest way to move money into an account at this branch. NEFT works around the clock, including Sundays and public holidays, and settles in half-hourly batches.

To send funds, add the recipient as a beneficiary in your bank's online portal, key in the account number, paste the IFSC FDRL0001235, and confirm that the system picks up Federal Bank – VISAKHAPATANAM. Submit the transfer request, authenticate with OTP, and the amount will reach the beneficiary in the next clearing cycle.

Real-Time Gross Settlement to VISAKHAPATANAM

If you need to transfer ₹2 lakh or more in one go to an account at Federal Bank's VISAKHAPATANAM branch, RTGS is the right channel. Each transaction is settled individually in real time. Use IFSC FDRL0001235 while initiating the transfer and the credit will appear within minutes.

IMPS to Federal Bank VISAKHAPATANAM (IFSC FDRL0001235)

IMPS (Immediate Payment Service) offers instant, 24x7 fund transfers up to ₹5 lakh per transaction. Provide the beneficiary's account number along with IFSC FDRL0001235 in your mobile or internet banking app, and the money is credited to the VISAKHAPATANAM branch account within seconds.

Comparing NEFT, RTGS and IMPS for transfers to Visakhapatanam

The right transfer rail depends on how urgent the payment is, how large it is, and whether the receiving bank participates in the chosen scheme. Every option below works with the IFSC FDRL0001235:

• NEFT — best for everyday transfers of any amount; settles in half-hourly batches around the clock.
• RTGS — best for transfers of ₹2 lakh and above; settles each transaction individually in real time.
• IMPS — best when speed matters more than batch scheduling; instant credit up to ₹5 lakh.
• UPI — best for small peer-to-peer payments using a VPA; the underlying account at VISAKHAPATANAM is still linked to IFSC FDRL0001235.

For salary credits, vendor payouts and refunds, employers and merchants usually default to NEFT because of its zero per-transaction cost for retail customers and its 24x7 availability.

UPI payments and IFSC FDRL0001235

UPI (Unified Payments Interface) has become the default way for individuals to send money in India. While most UPI transactions are addressed using a Virtual Payment Address (VPA) like name@bank, the underlying account at Federal Bank – VISAKHAPATANAM is still mapped to IFSC FDRL0001235. When a customer links a savings or current account to a UPI app for the first time, the app silently looks up this IFSC against the account number to verify the account exists. The VPA acts as a friendly alias on top of the same plumbing.

If a UPI transfer to or from this branch fails, the most common reasons are an inactive UPI handle, a daily limit breach or a temporary outage at one of the participating banks — not the IFSC. You can always fall back to NEFT or IMPS using the IFSC FDRL0001235 and the beneficiary's account number to complete the transfer.

Digital banking channels

Most day-to-day work that customers used to do at the Visakhapatanam branch counter can now be completed digitally — adding a beneficiary, transferring funds, applying for a fixed deposit, raising a service request or downloading account statements. The IFSC FDRL0001235 is the link between the digital channel and the branch ledger; once a transaction is confirmed, the credit or debit is reflected in the same core banking system that the branch officers see.

MICR & cheque-truncation details

Cheques drawn on the Visakhapatanam branch are processed through the Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Each cheque carries a unique 9-digit MICR code that pairs with IFSC FDRL0001235 for clearing. If you receive a cheque from this branch, both codes will be visible on the cheque leaf.

Common mistakes to avoid when using IFSC FDRL0001235

An incorrect IFSC almost always results in a failed transfer or, worse, a credit to the wrong branch. Before you click Confirm on a transfer to Federal Bank – VISAKHAPATANAM, double-check for these issues:

• Confusing 0 with O. The fifth character of every IFSC is the digit 0, not the letter O. Read carefully.
• Spaces or hyphens. Do not put spaces in the IFSC. It is exactly 11 characters: FDRL0001235.
• Wrong branch. A bank can have dozens of branches in the same city. Make sure you are using the IFSC for the actual branch where the beneficiary holds the account, not just any nearby branch.
• Old IFSC after a merger. If two banks have merged, the IFSC may have been reissued. Always verify with a recent passbook or cheque leaf.
• Copy-paste from chat. Auto-correct on phones can silently change letters in IFSC codes. Type carefully or copy from a trusted source like the cheque book.

How to reach the Visakhapatanam branch

The branch is located at P.B.NO.2014 DABA GARDENS VISAKHAPATANAM, which puts it inside Visakhapatanam, the broader Visakhapatanam district, and the state of Andhra Pradesh. To plan your visit:

1. Open Google Maps on your phone and search for “Federal Bank Visakhapatanam branch” — the verified location pin for IFSC FDRL0001235 should appear at the top of the results.
2. Confirm the branch is open by calling 891-2564693 before stepping out, especially around public holidays.
3. Carry photo ID and any account-related documents you may need for the transaction you plan to do.

Most banking work — passbook updates, fund transfers, statement downloads — can also be completed online without visiting the branch in person, as long as you know the IFSC FDRL0001235 and your account number.

Other ways to verify the IFSC code

While this page already lists the verified IFSC FDRL0001235 for Federal Bank – VISAKHAPATANAM, you can cross-check the code from any of these sources before initiating a high-value transfer:

• The front of the cheque book issued by the branch – the IFSC is printed at the top of every leaf.
• The first page of your passbook.
• The bank's official website under the branch locator.
• The Reserve Bank of India's IFSC search portal.
• Net banking dashboards usually display the home-branch IFSC under account details.

Working hours

Branch counters at Visakhapatanam are usually open from 10 AM to 4 PM on weekdays. Saturdays follow the RBI's alternate-Saturday rule. Even when the branch is closed, NEFT, RTGS, IMPS and UPI transfers addressed to FDRL0001235 continue to work without interruption.

Branch address & contact

Frequently asked questions

Summary

The IFSC code FDRL0001235 belongs to Federal Bank's VISAKHAPATANAM branch, located at P.B.NO.2014 DABA GARDENS VISAKHAPATANAM in VISAKHAPATANAM, ANDHRA PRADESH. Use this code along with the beneficiary's account number for any NEFT, RTGS or IMPS transfer to this branch. Bookmark this page for quick reference whenever you need the branch's banking details.