SWIFT/BIC code PUNBINBBKLR
PUNBINBBKLR belongs to Punjab National Bank in Kolkata (Calcutta), India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PUNBINBBKLR |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PUNBINBB |
| Branch code | KLR |
| Bank | Punjab National Bank |
| Branch | Lyons Range |
| City | Kolkata (Calcutta) |
| Country | India |
The way 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.
- KLR 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 SWIFT/BIC code PUNBINBBKLR?
PUNBINBBKLR is the SWIFT/BIC code of Lyons Range, part of Punjab National Bank in Kolkata (Calcutta), India. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What do I need to send money to an account at Punjab National Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code PUNBINBBKLR, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. India uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
How long does it take to send money to Punjab National Bank?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Can I use PUNBINBB instead of PUNBINBBKLR?
PUNBINBB points to the head office of Punjab National Bank, while PUNBINBBKLR is Lyons Range. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use PUNBINBBKLR if the recipient asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Punjab National Bank in India?
Many banks 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.
Has Punjab National Bank got other 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. All of them are listed on the page of Punjab National Bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.