SWIFT/BIC code CBININBBMAL
CBININBBMAL belongs to Central Bank of India in Malda, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CBININBBMAL |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CBININBB |
| Branch code | MAL |
| Bank | Central Bank of India |
| Branch | Malda, Kolkata |
| City | Malda |
| Country | India |
The way the Central Bank of India SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- MAL 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 CBININBBMAL?
CBININBBMAL is the SWIFT/BIC code of Malda, Kolkata, a branch or department of Central Bank of India in Malda, India. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Central Bank of India?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code CBININBBMAL, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. India is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
How long does a transfer to Central Bank of India take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Can I use CBININBB instead of CBININBBMAL?
CBININBB points to the main office of Central Bank of India, while CBININBBMAL points to Malda, Kolkata. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CBININBBMAL.
What is the best way to send money to Central Bank of India in India?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Indian Rupee with transfer services before you send.
What does each part of CBININBBMAL stand for?
CBIN is the bank code of Central Bank of India, IN stands for India, BB is the location code and MAL is the code of the department Malda, Kolkata.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.