SWIFT/BIC code SBININBB141
SBININBB141 belongs to State Bank of India in Chandigarh, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SBININBB141 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SBININBB |
| Branch code | 141 |
| Bank | State Bank of India |
| Branch | Sme Branch, Chandigarh |
| City | Chandigarh |
| Country | India |
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.
- 141 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 BIC SBININBB141?
The code SBININBB141 belongs to Sme Branch, Chandigarh, part of State Bank of India in Chandigarh, India. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter SBININBB141 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check SBININBB141 against the details from State Bank of India before sending.
Does State Bank of India have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 843 SWIFT/BIC codes for State Bank of India in India. You can see them all on the bank page.
How long does a transfer to State Bank of India take in India?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at State Bank of India?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SBININBB141, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. India is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Can I use SBININBB instead of SBININBB141?
SBININBB is the main office of State Bank of India, while SBININBB141 is Sme Branch, Chandigarh. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SBININBB141.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.