SWIFT/BIC code PSIBINBB008
PSIBINBB008 belongs to Punjab and Sind Bank in Chennai (Madras), India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PSIBINBB008 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PSIBINBB |
| Branch code | 008 |
| Bank | Punjab and Sind Bank |
| Branch | Ibd Chennai |
| City | Chennai (Madras) |
| Country | India |
The way the Punjab and Sind Bank SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- PSIB 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.
- 008 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 SWIFT code PSIBINBB008?
PSIBINBB008 identifies Ibd Chennai, a unit of Punjab and Sind Bank in Chennai (Madras), India. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Punjab and Sind Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code PSIBINBB008, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. India uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Has Punjab and Sind Bank got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 30 SWIFT/BIC codes for Punjab and Sind Bank in India, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
How long does a transfer to Punjab and Sind Bank take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Punjab and Sind Bank?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Indian Rupee with transfer services before you send.
Can I use PSIBINBB instead of PSIBINBB008?
PSIBINBB is the main office of Punjab and Sind Bank, while PSIBINBB008 is Ibd Chennai. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use PSIBINBB008 if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.