SWIFT/BIC code CBININBBMBH
CBININBBMBH belongs to Central Bank of India in Bhopal, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CBININBBMBH |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CBININBB |
| Branch code | MBH |
| Bank | Central Bank of India |
| Branch | Mcb-Bhopal, Bhopal |
| City | Bhopal |
| Country | India |
How 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.
- MBH 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 uses SWIFT code CBININBBMBH?
CBININBBMBH identifies Mcb-Bhopal, Bhopal, part of Central Bank of India in Bhopal, India. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Central Bank of India?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code CBININBBMBH, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. India is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Can I use CBININBB instead of CBININBBMBH?
CBININBB points to the head office of Central Bank of India, while CBININBBMBH is Mcb-Bhopal, Bhopal. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use CBININBBMBH if the recipient asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Central Bank of India?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Indian Rupee with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does a transfer to Central Bank of India take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What does each part of CBININBBMBH stand for?
CBIN is the institution code of Central Bank of India, IN stands for India, BB is the location code and MBH is the code of the department Mcb-Bhopal, Bhopal.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.