SWIFT/BIC code SBININBB101
SBININBB101 belongs to State Bank of India in Mumbai, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SBININBB101 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SBININBB |
| Branch code | 101 |
| Bank | State Bank of India |
| Branch | Commercial Branch |
| City | Mumbai |
| Country | India |
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.
- IN Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- BB Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 101 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 BIC SBININBB101?
The code SBININBB101 belongs to Commercial Branch, a branch or department of State Bank of India in Mumbai, India. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter SBININBB101 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check SBININBB101 against the details from State Bank of India before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to State Bank of India in India?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Indian Rupee with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in SBININBB101 stand for?
SBIN is the institution code of State Bank of India, IN is the ISO code of India, BB is the location code and 101 is the code of the branch Commercial Branch.
Can I use SBININBB instead of SBININBB101?
SBININBB points to the head office of State Bank of India, while SBININBB101 points to Commercial Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SBININBB101.
How long does a transfer to State Bank of India take in India?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.