SWIFT/BIC code CNRBINBBBMC
CNRBINBBBMC belongs to Canara Bank in Jalandhar, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CNRBINBBBMC |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CNRBINBB |
| Branch code | BMC |
| Bank | Canara Bank |
| Branch | Jalandhar B M C Chowk Main Branch |
| City | Jalandhar |
| Country | India |
How the Canara Bank SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CNRB 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.
- BMC 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code CNRBINBBBMC?
CNRBINBBBMC identifies Jalandhar B M C Chowk Main Branch, part of Canara Bank in Jalandhar, India. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in CNRBINBBBMC stand for?
CNRB is the institution code of Canara Bank, IN is the ISO code of India, BB is the code for the city or region and BMC is the code of the branch Jalandhar B M C Chowk Main Branch.
What is the best way to send money to Canara Bank?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Indian Rupee with specialist providers before you send.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Canara Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code CNRBINBBBMC, 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.
Can I use CNRBINBB instead of CNRBINBBBMC?
CNRBINBB points to the head office of Canara Bank, while CNRBINBBBMC is Jalandhar B M C Chowk Main Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use CNRBINBBBMC if the recipient asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Canara Bank in India?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money 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.