SWIFT/BIC code SBINBE2X668
SBINBE2X668 belongs to State Bank of India in Antwerpen, Belgium.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SBINBE2X668 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SBINBE2X |
| Branch code | 668 |
| Bank | State Bank of India |
| Branch | — |
| City | Antwerpen |
| Country | Belgium |
The way the State Bank of India SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SBIN Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- BE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 2X Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 668 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 code SBINBE2X668?
SBINBE2X668 identifies State Bank of India, part of State Bank of India in Antwerpen, Belgium. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter SBINBE2X668 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SBINBE2X668 against the details from State Bank of India before you confirm.
What does each part of SBINBE2X668 mean?
SBIN is the institution code of State Bank of India, BE is the ISO code of Belgium, 2X is the location code and 668 is the code of the department State Bank of India.
Can I use SBINBE2X instead of SBINBE2X668?
SBINBE2X points to the main office of State Bank of India, while SBINBE2X668 points to State Bank of India. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use SBINBE2X668 if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to State Bank of India in Belgium?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need SBINBE2X668 for a euro transfer to Belgium?
Belgium is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need SBINBE2X668.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.