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SWIFT/BIC code PUNBINBBBFR

PUNBINBBBFR belongs to Punjab National Bank in Mumbai, India.

PUNBINBBBFR

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codePUNBINBBBFR
8-character codePUNBINBB
Branch codeBFR
BankPunjab National Bank
BranchForeshore Road Branch
CityMumbai
CountryIndia

How the Punjab National Bank SWIFT/BIC is structured

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

PUNB 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.
BFR 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 PUNBINBBBFR?

PUNBINBBBFR is the SWIFT/BIC code of Foreshore Road Branch, a branch or department of Punjab National Bank in Mumbai, India. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I enter PUNBINBBBFR incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check PUNBINBBBFR with the recipient before sending.

What is the best way to send money to Punjab National Bank?

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Indian Rupee with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

What do the letters in PUNBINBBBFR stand for?

PUNB is the institution code of Punjab National Bank, IN is the ISO code of India, BB is the code for the city or region and BFR identifies the branch Foreshore Road Branch.

How long does it take to send money to Punjab National Bank?

An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.

Can I use PUNBINBB instead of PUNBINBBBFR?

PUNBINBB is the main office of Punjab National Bank, while PUNBINBBBFR is Foreshore Road Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use PUNBINBBBFR 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.