SWIFT/BIC code SBININBB149
SBININBB149 belongs to State Bank of India in Kollam, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SBININBB149 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SBININBB |
| Branch code | 149 |
| Bank | State Bank of India |
| Branch | Commercial Branch |
| City | Kollam |
| 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.
- 149 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 uses SWIFT code SBININBB149?
SBININBB149 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Commercial Branch, part of State Bank of India in Kollam, India. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to State Bank of 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 – the difference can be large.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at State Bank of India?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code SBININBB149, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. India uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
How long does a transfer to State Bank of India take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What do the letters in SBININBB149 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 149 identifies the branch Commercial Branch.
What happens if I use SBININBB149 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SBININBB149 against the details from State Bank of India before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.