SWIFT/BIC code CBININBBCLJ
CBININBBCLJ belongs to Central Bank of India in Jalandhar, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CBININBBCLJ |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CBININBB |
| Branch code | CLJ |
| Bank | Central Bank of India |
| Branch | Civil Lines, Jalandhar City Branch |
| City | Jalandhar |
| 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.
- CLJ 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 is behind BIC CBININBBCLJ?
CBININBBCLJ identifies Civil Lines, Jalandhar City Branch, a branch or department of Central Bank of India in Jalandhar, India. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Central Bank of India?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Central Bank of India?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code CBININBBCLJ, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. India uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What happens if I use CBININBBCLJ incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check CBININBBCLJ against the details from Central Bank of India before you confirm.
What does each part of CBININBBCLJ stand for?
CBIN is the institution code of Central Bank of India, IN stands for India, BB is the location code and CLJ identifies the department Civil Lines, Jalandhar City Branch.
What is the best way to send money to Central Bank of India in India?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Indian Rupee with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.