SWIFT/BIC code CBININBBCAL

CBININBBCAL belongs to Central Bank of India in Kolkata (Calcutta), India.

CBININBBCAL

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCBININBBCAL
8-character codeCBININBB
Branch codeCAL
BankCentral Bank of India
BranchCalcutta Main Office
CityKolkata (Calcutta)
CountryIndia

How the Central Bank of India SWIFT/BIC is structured

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.
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

What bank uses BIC CBININBBCAL?

CBININBBCAL identifies Calcutta Main Office, part of Central Bank of India in Kolkata (Calcutta), India. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

How long does a transfer to Central Bank of India take in India?

An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.

Which details do I need to send money to an account at Central Bank of India?

You need the SWIFT/BIC code CBININBBCAL, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. India is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.

What is the best way to send money to Central Bank of India?

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Indian Rupee with specialist providers before you send.

Has Central Bank of India got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 70 SWIFT/BIC codes for Central Bank of India in India. You can see them all on the bank page.

What happens if I use CBININBBCAL incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check CBININBBCAL against the details from Central Bank of India before sending.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.