SWIFT/BIC code SBININBB138
SBININBB138 belongs to State Bank of India in Kolkata (Calcutta), India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SBININBB138 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SBININBB |
| Branch code | 138 |
| Bank | State Bank of India |
| Branch | Nri Branch |
| City | Kolkata (Calcutta) |
| 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.
- 138 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 bank is behind BIC SBININBB138?
The code SBININBB138 belongs to Nri Branch, part of State Bank of India in Kolkata (Calcutta), India. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in SBININBB138 mean?
SBIN is the institution code of State Bank of India, IN is the ISO code of India, BB is the code for the city or region and 138 identifies the branch Nri Branch.
What happens if I enter SBININBB138 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check SBININBB138 with the recipient before you confirm.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at State Bank of India?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code SBININBB138, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. India uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
How long does a transfer to State Bank of India take in India?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What is the cheapest way to send money to State Bank of India in India?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Indian Rupee with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.