SWIFT/BIC code SBINGB2LXXX
SBINGB2LXXX belongs to State Bank of India in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SBINGB2LXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SBINGB2L |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | State Bank of India |
| Branch | Head office |
| 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.
- 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
What bank uses SWIFT/BIC code SBINGB2LXXX?
The code SBINGB2LXXX belongs to the main office of State Bank of India in London, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when a payment to State Bank of India does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I enter SBINGB2LXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SBINGB2LXXX with the recipient before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to State Bank of India?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need SBINGB2LXXX for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need SBINGB2LXXX.
How long does it take to send money to State Bank of India in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What does each part of SBINGB2LXXX stand for?
SBIN is the institution code of State Bank of India, GB stands for United Kingdom, 2L is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.