SWIFT/BIC code SBININBB125
SBININBB125 belongs to State Bank of India in Varanasi, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SBININBB125 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SBININBB |
| Branch code | 125 |
| Bank | State Bank of India |
| Branch | Overseas Branch |
| City | Varanasi |
| Country | India |
How 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.
- IN Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- BB Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 125 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 is behind SWIFT code SBININBB125?
The code SBININBB125 belongs to Overseas Branch, a unit of State Bank of India in Varanasi, India. 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 in India?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Indian Rupee with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use SBININBB125 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SBININBB125 against the details from State Bank of India before you confirm.
What do I need to send money to an account at State Bank of India?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SBININBB125, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. India is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
How long does a transfer to State Bank of India take in India?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What do the letters in SBININBB125 mean?
SBIN is the bank code of State Bank of India, IN stands for India, BB is the code for the city or region and 125 is the code of the department Overseas Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.