SWIFT/BIC code SBININBB156
SBININBB156 belongs to State Bank of India in Patna, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SBININBB156 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SBININBB |
| Branch code | 156 |
| Bank | State Bank of India |
| Branch | Main Branch |
| City | Patna |
| 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.
- 156 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 SBININBB156?
SBININBB156 identifies Main Branch, part of State Bank of India in Patna, India. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Does State Bank of India have other 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. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use SBININBB instead of SBININBB156?
SBININBB is the head office of State Bank of India, while SBININBB156 points to Main Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SBININBB156.
What does each part of SBININBB156 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 156 is the code of the branch Main Branch.
How long does it take to send money to State Bank of India in India?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What happens if I use SBININBB156 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check SBININBB156 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.