SWIFT/BIC code CNRBINBBEOB
CNRBINBBEOB belongs to Canara Bank in Ernakulam, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CNRBINBBEOB |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CNRBINBB |
| Branch code | EOB |
| Bank | Canara Bank |
| Branch | Ernakulam Overseas Branch |
| City | Ernakulam |
| Country | India |
The way the Canara Bank SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- EOB 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 CNRBINBBEOB?
CNRBINBBEOB identifies Ernakulam Overseas Branch, a unit of Canara Bank in Ernakulam, India. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
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. Compare what you receive in Indian Rupee with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Canara Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code CNRBINBBEOB, 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 it take to send money to Canara Bank?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Can I use CNRBINBB instead of CNRBINBBEOB?
CNRBINBB points to the head office of Canara Bank, while CNRBINBBEOB is Ernakulam Overseas Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use CNRBINBBEOB if the recipient asks for it.
What does each part of CNRBINBBEOB mean?
CNRB is the institution code of Canara Bank, IN is the ISO code of India, BB is the location code and EOB is the code of the branch Ernakulam Overseas Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.