SWIFT/BIC code PUNBINBBCLC

PUNBINBBCLC belongs to Punjab National Bank in Chennai (Madras), India.

PUNBINBBCLC

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codePUNBINBBCLC
8-character codePUNBINBB
Branch codeCLC
BankPunjab National Bank
BranchLc St Chennai
CityChennai (Madras)
CountryIndia

The way the Punjab National Bank 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.
IN Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
BB Location code
2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
CLC 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

What bank uses SWIFT/BIC code PUNBINBBCLC?

The code PUNBINBBCLC belongs to Lc St Chennai, a unit of Punjab National Bank in Chennai (Madras), India. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use PUNBINBB instead of PUNBINBBCLC?

PUNBINBB is the head office of Punjab National Bank, while PUNBINBBCLC points to Lc St Chennai. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use PUNBINBBCLC if the recipient asks for it.

What happens if I use PUNBINBBCLC incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check PUNBINBBCLC with the recipient before sending.

Does Punjab National Bank have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 214 SWIFT/BIC codes for Punjab National Bank in India, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.

What do I need for a transfer to an account at Punjab National Bank?

Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code PUNBINBBCLC, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. India is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.

How long does a transfer to Punjab National Bank take in India?

An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.