SWIFT/BIC code SBINCNSHXXX
SBINCNSHXXX belongs to State Bank of India in Shanghai, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SBINCNSHXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SBINCNSH |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | State Bank of India |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Shanghai |
| Country | China |
How 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.
- CN Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- SH Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX 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 institution is behind SWIFT/BIC code SBINCNSHXXX?
SBINCNSHXXX identifies the head office of State Bank of India in Shanghai, China. Use it when a payment to State Bank of India does not need a specific branch.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at State Bank of India?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code SBINCNSHXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. China is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Are SBINCNSH and SBINCNSHXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. SBINCNSH is the short version of SBINCNSHXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version will reach State Bank of India in Shanghai.
What does each part of SBINCNSHXXX stand for?
SBIN is the institution code of State Bank of India, CN stands for China, SH is the location code and XXX means the main office.
What is the cheapest way to send money to State Bank of India?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Chinese Yuan with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does it take to send money to State Bank of India?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.