SWIFT/BIC code PUNBINBBJIA
PUNBINBBJIA belongs to Punjab National Bank in Jalandhar, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PUNBINBBJIA |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PUNBINBB |
| Branch code | JIA |
| Bank | Punjab National Bank |
| Branch | Ind Area Jalandhar |
| City | Jalandhar |
| Country | India |
The way 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.
- JIA 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/BIC code PUNBINBBJIA?
The code PUNBINBBJIA belongs to Ind Area Jalandhar, a unit of Punjab National Bank in Jalandhar, India. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Punjab National Bank?
Many banks 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.
What do the letters in PUNBINBBJIA mean?
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 JIA is the code of the department Ind Area Jalandhar.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Punjab National Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code PUNBINBBJIA, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. India is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Can I use PUNBINBB instead of PUNBINBBJIA?
PUNBINBB points to the main office of Punjab National Bank, while PUNBINBBJIA is Ind Area Jalandhar. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use PUNBINBBJIA if the recipient asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Punjab National Bank?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.