SWIFT/BIC code SBININBB217
SBININBB217 belongs to State Bank of India in Ludhiana, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SBININBB217 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SBININBB |
| Branch code | 217 |
| Bank | State Bank of India |
| Branch | Scb, Civil Lines Ludhiana |
| City | Ludhiana |
| Country | India |
How the State Bank of India SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 217 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 SWIFT/BIC code SBININBB217?
The code SBININBB217 belongs to Scb, Civil Lines Ludhiana, a unit of State Bank of India in Ludhiana, India. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use SBININBB217 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SBININBB217 with the recipient before you confirm.
Does State Bank of India have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 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 SBININBB217?
SBININBB is the head office of State Bank of India, while SBININBB217 is Scb, Civil Lines Ludhiana. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use SBININBB217 if the recipient asks for it.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at State Bank of India?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SBININBB217, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. India uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
How long does it take to send money to State Bank of India?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.