SWIFT/BIC code PUNBINBBKRG
PUNBINBBKRG belongs to Punjab National Bank in Karimganj, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PUNBINBBKRG |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PUNBINBB |
| Branch code | KRG |
| Bank | Punjab National Bank |
| Branch | Karimganj |
| City | Karimganj |
| Country | India |
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.
- KRG 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code PUNBINBBKRG?
The code PUNBINBBKRG belongs to Karimganj, a branch or department of Punjab National Bank in Karimganj, India. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Punjab National Bank in India?
Banks often add 1–3% 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.
What do the letters in PUNBINBBKRG 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 KRG is the code of the department Karimganj.
What do I need to send money to an account at Punjab National Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code PUNBINBBKRG, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. India uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
How long does a transfer to Punjab National Bank take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Can I use PUNBINBB instead of PUNBINBBKRG?
PUNBINBB is the head office of Punjab National Bank, while PUNBINBBKRG is Karimganj. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use PUNBINBBKRG 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.