SWIFT/BIC code SBININBB157
SBININBB157 belongs to State Bank of India in Lucknow, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SBININBB157 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SBININBB |
| Branch code | 157 |
| Bank | State Bank of India |
| Branch | Main Branch |
| City | Lucknow |
| 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.
- 157 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code SBININBB157?
The code SBININBB157 belongs to Main Branch, part of State Bank of India in Lucknow, India. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does a transfer to State Bank of India take in India?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What is the best way to send money to State Bank of India?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Indian Rupee with specialist providers before you send.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at State Bank of India?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code SBININBB157, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. India is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What does each part of SBININBB157 stand for?
SBIN is the bank code of State Bank of India, IN is the ISO code of India, BB is the code for the city or region and 157 is the code of the department Main Branch.
What happens if I use SBININBB157 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check SBININBB157 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.