SWIFT/BIC code PUNBINBBVMG
PUNBINBBVMG belongs to Punjab National Bank in Varanasi, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PUNBINBBVMG |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PUNBINBB |
| Branch code | VMG |
| Bank | Punjab National Bank |
| Branch | Mehmoorganj Varanasi Road |
| City | Varanasi |
| 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.
- VMG 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 PUNBINBBVMG?
PUNBINBBVMG is the SWIFT/BIC code of Mehmoorganj Varanasi Road, part of Punjab National Bank in Varanasi, India. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use PUNBINBBVMG with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check PUNBINBBVMG with the recipient before you confirm.
What do the letters in PUNBINBBVMG mean?
PUNB is the institution code of Punjab National Bank, IN stands for India, BB is the code for the city or region and VMG is the code of the department Mehmoorganj Varanasi Road.
How long does a transfer to Punjab National Bank take in India?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Punjab National Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code PUNBINBBVMG, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. India is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What is the best way to send money to Punjab National Bank?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Indian Rupee with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.