SWIFT/BIC code CNRBINBBCSK
CNRBINBBCSK belongs to Canara Bank in Kolkata (Calcutta), India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CNRBINBBCSK |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CNRBINBB |
| Branch code | CSK |
| Bank | Canara Bank |
| Branch | Kolkatta Canning Street |
| City | Kolkata (Calcutta) |
| Country | India |
The way 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.
- CSK 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 CNRBINBBCSK?
CNRBINBBCSK identifies Kolkatta Canning Street, a unit of Canara Bank in Kolkata (Calcutta), India. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use CNRBINBB instead of CNRBINBBCSK?
CNRBINBB is the main office of Canara Bank, while CNRBINBBCSK points to Kolkatta Canning Street. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use CNRBINBBCSK if the recipient asks for it.
Has Canara Bank got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 188 SWIFT/BIC codes for Canara Bank in India, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Canara Bank.
What is the best way to send money to Canara Bank?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Indian Rupee with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does a transfer to Canara Bank take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Canara Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code CNRBINBBCSK, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. India uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.