SWIFT/BIC code SBININBB108
SBININBB108 belongs to State Bank of India in Kolkata (Calcutta), India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SBININBB108 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SBININBB |
| Branch code | 108 |
| Bank | State Bank of India |
| Branch | Commercial Branch |
| City | Kolkata (Calcutta) |
| 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.
- 108 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code SBININBB108?
The code SBININBB108 belongs to Commercial Branch, a unit of State Bank of India in Kolkata (Calcutta), India. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do I need to send money to an account at State Bank of India?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SBININBB108, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. India uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What do the letters in SBININBB108 stand for?
SBIN is the bank code of State Bank of India, IN stands for India, BB is the location code and 108 identifies the branch Commercial Branch.
How long does a transfer to State Bank of India take in India?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Does State Bank of India have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 843 SWIFT/BIC codes for State Bank of India in India, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What is the best way to send money to State Bank of India in India?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Indian Rupee with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.