SWIFT/BIC code SBININBB128

SBININBB128 belongs to State Bank of India in Kochi, India.

SBININBB128

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeSBININBB128
8-character codeSBININBB
Branch code128
BankState Bank of India
BranchOverseas Branch
CityKochi
CountryIndia

The way the State Bank of India SWIFT/BIC works

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.
128 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 code SBININBB128?

The code SBININBB128 belongs to Overseas Branch, a branch or department of State Bank of India in Kochi, India. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Has State Bank of India got more 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. All of them are listed on the page of State Bank of India.

Can I use SBININBB instead of SBININBB128?

SBININBB is the head office of State Bank of India, while SBININBB128 points to Overseas Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use SBININBB128 if the recipient asks for it.

What do the letters in SBININBB128 stand for?

SBIN is the bank code of State Bank of India, IN stands for India, BB is the code for the city or region and 128 is the code of the branch Overseas Branch.

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.

What happens if I use SBININBB128 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check SBININBB128 against the details from State Bank of India before you confirm.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.