SWIFT/BIC code CNRBINBBPON
CNRBINBBPON belongs to Canara Bank in Pondicherry, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CNRBINBBPON |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CNRBINBB |
| Branch code | PON |
| Bank | Canara Bank |
| Branch | Pondicherry Muthialpet Branch |
| City | Pondicherry |
| 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.
- PON 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 is behind BIC CNRBINBBPON?
CNRBINBBPON identifies Pondicherry Muthialpet Branch, a unit of Canara Bank in Pondicherry, India. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use CNRBINBB instead of CNRBINBBPON?
CNRBINBB points to the head office of Canara Bank, while CNRBINBBPON is Pondicherry Muthialpet Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use CNRBINBBPON if the recipient asks for it.
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 is the cheapest way to send money to Canara Bank?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Indian Rupee with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter CNRBINBBPON with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check CNRBINBBPON with the recipient before sending.
How long does it take to send money to Canara Bank?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.