SWIFT/BIC code SBINGB2LSAH
SBINGB2LSAH belongs to State Bank of India in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SBINGB2LSAH |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SBINGB2L |
| Branch code | SAH |
| Bank | State Bank of India |
| Branch | Southall Branch |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the State Bank of India SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- SAH 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 SBINGB2LSAH?
SBINGB2LSAH identifies Southall Branch, a unit of State Bank of India in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to State Bank of India?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
What do the letters in SBINGB2LSAH mean?
SBIN is the institution code of State Bank of India, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 2L is the location code and SAH is the code of the department Southall Branch.
Has State Bank of India got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 13 SWIFT/BIC codes for State Bank of India in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of State Bank of India.
Can I use SBINGB2L instead of SBINGB2LSAH?
SBINGB2L points to the head office of State Bank of India, while SBINGB2LSAH points to Southall Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use SBINGB2LSAH if the recipient asks for it.
Do I need SBINGB2LSAH for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need SBINGB2LSAH.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.