SWIFT/BIC code CNRBINBBCDP
CNRBINBBCDP belongs to Canara Bank in Kolkata (Calcutta), India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CNRBINBBCDP |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CNRBINBB |
| Branch code | CDP |
| Bank | Canara Bank |
| Branch | Kolkata Princep Street Branch |
| City | Kolkata (Calcutta) |
| 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.
- CDP 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/BIC code CNRBINBBCDP?
The code CNRBINBBCDP belongs to Kolkata Princep Street Branch, a branch or department of Canara Bank in Kolkata (Calcutta), India. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter CNRBINBBCDP with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check CNRBINBBCDP with the recipient before you confirm.
What do I need to send money to an account at Canara Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code CNRBINBBCDP, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. India uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What does each part of CNRBINBBCDP mean?
CNRB is the institution code of Canara Bank, IN is the ISO code of India, BB is the location code and CDP identifies the branch Kolkata Princep Street Branch.
How long does a transfer to Canara Bank take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What is the cheapest 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 transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.