SWIFT/BIC code CBININBBAMR
CBININBBAMR belongs to Central Bank of India in Amritsar, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CBININBBAMR |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CBININBB |
| Branch code | AMR |
| Bank | Central Bank of India |
| Branch | Civil Lines Amritsar |
| City | Amritsar |
| Country | India |
The way the Central Bank of India SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CBIN 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.
- AMR 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 branch is behind SWIFT code CBININBBAMR?
CBININBBAMR is the SWIFT/BIC code of Civil Lines Amritsar, a branch or department of Central Bank of India in Amritsar, India. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Central Bank of 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.
Can I use CBININBB instead of CBININBBAMR?
CBININBB is the main office of Central Bank of India, while CBININBBAMR is Civil Lines Amritsar. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use CBININBBAMR if the recipient asks for it.
Does Central Bank of India have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 70 SWIFT/BIC codes for Central Bank of India in India. All of them are listed on the page of Central Bank of India.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Central Bank of India?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code CBININBBAMR, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. India is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
How long does a transfer to Central Bank of India take in India?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.