PUNBINBBDBB — PUNJAB NATIONAL BANK
PUNBINBBDBB is the SWIFT/BIC code for PUNJAB NATIONAL BANK in MUMBAI, India — an 11-character branch code under ISO 9362.
PUNBINBBDBB is the SWIFT/BIC code for PUNJAB NATIONAL BANK in MUMBAI, India. It is an 11-character branch identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
Head-office code: PUNBINBB
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | PUNJAB NATIONAL BANK |
| Country | India (IN) |
| Location Code | BB |
| Branch | INTERNATIONAL BANKING BRANCH |
| Type | 11-character branch code (BIC11) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code PUNBINBBDBB belong to?
The SWIFT code PUNBINBBDBB identifies PUNJAB NATIONAL BANK in MUMBAI, India. This branch code is used for cross-border payments and SWIFT network routing.
What do the parts of the SWIFT code PUNBINBBDBB mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of PUNBINBBDBB are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (PUNB) represent the bank code for PUNJAB NATIONAL BANK; characters 5-6 (IN) indicate the country code for India; characters 7-8 (BB) specify the location code; and the final characters (DBB) designate the specific branch.
Is the BIC code PUNBINBBDBB active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) PUNBINBBDBB is registered under ISO 9362 and is active for routing interbank messages. Location characters 'BB' designate it as a primary active participant.
Can I use the head office code PUNBINBB instead of PUNBINBBDBB?
Yes. The 8-character code PUNBINBB represents the primary headquarters of PUNJAB NATIONAL BANK. The 11-character code PUNBINBBDBB targets the specific branch directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to PUNBINBB (or PUNBINBBXXX) will route them to the main head office.
What routing networks operate with the PUNBINBBDBB code in India?
The SWIFT code PUNBINBBDBB is used for international inbound wire transfers in India. Domestic wires route via IFSC codes; SWIFT is only for international inbound transactions.
Sources & References
- 🌐 ISO 9362: The official standard defining the Business Identifier Code (BIC) format guidelines.
- 🏢 SWIFT Registration Authority: The organization designated by ISO to register and publish BICs (swift.com).