SWIFT/BIC code BNPAINBBCHE
BNPAINBBCHE belongs to BNP Paribas India in Chennai (Madras), India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BNPAINBBCHE |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BNPAINBB |
| Branch code | CHE |
| Bank | BNP Paribas India |
| Branch | Chenei Branch |
| City | Chennai (Madras) |
| Country | India |
How the BNP Paribas India SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- CHE 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
What bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code BNPAINBBCHE?
BNPAINBBCHE is the SWIFT/BIC code of Chenei Branch, part of BNP Paribas India in Chennai (Madras), India. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in BNPAINBBCHE stand for?
BNPA is the institution code of BNP Paribas India, IN is the ISO code of India, BB is the code for the city or region and CHE identifies the branch Chenei Branch.
How long does it take to send money to BNP Paribas India in India?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What is the cheapest way to send money to BNP Paribas India?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Indian Rupee with transfer services before you send.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at BNP Paribas India?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BNPAINBBCHE, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. India uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Can I use BNPAINBB instead of BNPAINBBCHE?
BNPAINBB is the main office of BNP Paribas India, while BNPAINBBCHE points to Chenei Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BNPAINBBCHE.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.