SWIFT/BIC code PUNBINBBHBS
PUNBINBBHBS belongs to Punjab National Bank in Hyderabad, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PUNBINBBHBS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PUNBINBB |
| Branch code | HBS |
| Bank | Punjab National Bank |
| Branch | Bank Street Branch |
| City | Hyderabad |
| 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.
- HBS 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 bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code PUNBINBBHBS?
PUNBINBBHBS identifies Bank Street Branch, a unit of Punjab National Bank in Hyderabad, India. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Punjab National Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code PUNBINBBHBS, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. India uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
How long does it take to send money to Punjab National Bank in India?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What is the best 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 transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Punjab National Bank have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 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 the letters in PUNBINBBHBS mean?
PUNB is the institution code of Punjab National Bank, IN is the ISO code of India, BB is the location code and HBS is the code of the department Bank Street Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.