SWIFT/BIC code CNRBINBBSLM
CNRBINBBSLM belongs to Canara Bank in Salem, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CNRBINBBSLM |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CNRBINBB |
| Branch code | SLM |
| Bank | Canara Bank |
| Branch | Salem Fort Main |
| City | Salem |
| Country | India |
How 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.
- SLM 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 branch uses BIC CNRBINBBSLM?
The code CNRBINBBSLM belongs to Salem Fort Main, part of Canara Bank in Salem, India. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Has Canara Bank got more 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.
Can I use CNRBINBB instead of CNRBINBBSLM?
CNRBINBB is the main office of Canara Bank, while CNRBINBBSLM is Salem Fort Main. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CNRBINBBSLM.
What do the letters in CNRBINBBSLM stand for?
CNRB is the bank code of Canara Bank, IN stands for India, BB is the code for the city or region and SLM is the code of the branch Salem Fort Main.
How long does a transfer to Canara Bank take in India?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What do I need to send money to an account at Canara Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code CNRBINBBSLM, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. India uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.