SWIFT/BIC code CNRBINBBMDG
CNRBINBBMDG belongs to Canara Bank in Chennai (Madras), India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CNRBINBBMDG |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CNRBINBB |
| Branch code | MDG |
| Bank | Canara Bank |
| Branch | Chennai Guindy Branch |
| City | Chennai (Madras) |
| 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.
- MDG 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 BIC CNRBINBBMDG?
The code CNRBINBBMDG belongs to Chennai Guindy Branch, part of Canara Bank in Chennai (Madras), India. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use CNRBINBB instead of CNRBINBBMDG?
CNRBINBB points to the main office of Canara Bank, while CNRBINBBMDG points to Chennai Guindy Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use CNRBINBBMDG if the recipient asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Canara Bank in India?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What do the letters in CNRBINBBMDG stand for?
CNRB is the institution code of Canara Bank, IN stands for India, BB is the code for the city or region and MDG identifies the branch Chennai Guindy Branch.
Does Canara Bank have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 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 do I need to send money to an account at Canara Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code CNRBINBBMDG, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. India is not part of SEPA, 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.