SWIFT/BIC code SBINGB2LHLW
SBINGB2LHLW belongs to State Bank of India in Hounslow, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SBINGB2LHLW |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SBINGB2L |
| Branch code | HLW |
| Bank | State Bank of India |
| Branch | Sbi Branch |
| City | Hounslow |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the State Bank of India SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SBIN Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 2L Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- HLW 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 branch uses SWIFT/BIC code SBINGB2LHLW?
SBINGB2LHLW is the SWIFT/BIC code of Sbi Branch, a unit of State Bank of India in Hounslow, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of SBINGB2LHLW stand for?
SBIN is the bank code of State Bank of India, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 2L is the location code and HLW identifies the branch Sbi Branch.
Does State Bank of India have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 13 SWIFT/BIC codes for State Bank of India in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
What is the best way to send money to State Bank of India in United Kingdom?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use SBINGB2LHLW with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check SBINGB2LHLW against the details from State Bank of India before sending.
How long does it take to send money to State Bank of India?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.