SWIFT/BIC code PUNBBTBTXXX
PUNBBTBTXXX belongs to Druk Pnb Bank Limited in Thimphu, Bhutan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PUNBBTBTXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PUNBBTBT |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Druk Pnb Bank Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Thimphu |
| Country | Bhutan |
How the Druk Pnb Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- PUNB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- BT Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- BT Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX 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 institution is behind SWIFT/BIC code PUNBBTBTXXX?
PUNBBTBTXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Druk Pnb Bank Limited in Thimphu, Bhutan. It is the code to use when a payment to Druk Pnb Bank Limited does not need a specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to Druk Pnb Bank Limited?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Is PUNBBTBT and PUNBBTBTXXX the same code?
Yes. PUNBBTBT is the 8-character version of PUNBBTBTXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version will reach Druk Pnb Bank Limited in Thimphu.
What does each part of PUNBBTBTXXX stand for?
PUNB is the bank code of Druk Pnb Bank Limited, BT stands for Bhutan, BT is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Druk Pnb Bank Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code PUNBBTBTXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Bhutan is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What is the best way to send money to Druk Pnb Bank Limited in Bhutan?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Bhutan with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.