SWIFT/BIC code PUNBINBBCPR
PUNBINBBCPR belongs to Punjab National Bank in Chennai (Madras), India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PUNBINBBCPR |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PUNBINBB |
| Branch code | CPR |
| Bank | Punjab National Bank |
| Branch | Puruswalkam Chennai |
| City | Chennai (Madras) |
| Country | India |
How the Punjab National Bank SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- CPR 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 is behind SWIFT code PUNBINBBCPR?
The code PUNBINBBCPR belongs to Puruswalkam Chennai, part of Punjab National Bank in Chennai (Madras), India. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Punjab National Bank in India?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Indian Rupee with specialist providers before you send.
How long does it take to send money to Punjab National Bank?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What does each part of PUNBINBBCPR stand for?
PUNB is the bank code of Punjab National Bank, IN stands for India, BB is the location code and CPR identifies the department Puruswalkam Chennai.
What do I need to send money to an account at Punjab National Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code PUNBINBBCPR, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. India uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Can I use PUNBINBB instead of PUNBINBBCPR?
PUNBINBB points to the head office of Punjab National Bank, while PUNBINBBCPR points to Puruswalkam Chennai. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use PUNBINBBCPR 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.