SWIFT/BIC code BNPAINBBCAL
BNPAINBBCAL belongs to BNP Paribas India in Kolkata (Calcutta), India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BNPAINBBCAL |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BNPAINBB |
| Branch code | CAL |
| Bank | BNP Paribas India |
| Branch | Calcutta Branch |
| City | Kolkata (Calcutta) |
| Country | India |
The way the BNP Paribas India SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BNPA 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.
- CAL 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 bank uses BIC BNPAINBBCAL?
The code BNPAINBBCAL belongs to Calcutta Branch, part of BNP Paribas India in Kolkata (Calcutta), India. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use BNPAINBBCAL incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BNPAINBBCAL against the details from BNP Paribas India before sending.
Can I use BNPAINBB instead of BNPAINBBCAL?
BNPAINBB is the head office of BNP Paribas India, while BNPAINBBCAL points to Calcutta Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BNPAINBBCAL.
What is the best way to send money to BNP Paribas India?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Indian Rupee with transfer services before you send.
What do the letters in BNPAINBBCAL stand for?
BNPA is the institution code of BNP Paribas India, IN is the ISO code of India, BB is the location code and CAL identifies the department Calcutta Branch.
Does BNP Paribas India have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 9 SWIFT/BIC codes for BNP Paribas India in India. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.