SWIFT/BIC code SBININBB221
SBININBB221 belongs to State Bank of India in Aligarh, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SBININBB221 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SBININBB |
| Branch code | 221 |
| Bank | State Bank of India |
| Branch | Ssi Branch |
| City | Aligarh |
| 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.
- 221 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 bank uses SWIFT/BIC code SBININBB221?
The code SBININBB221 belongs to Ssi Branch, part of State Bank of India in Aligarh, India. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Does State Bank of India have more 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.
What is the cheapest 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 specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does it take to send money to State Bank of India in India?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money 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 SBININBB221, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. India is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Can I use SBININBB instead of SBININBB221?
SBININBB is the main office of State Bank of India, while SBININBB221 points to Ssi Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use SBININBB221 if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.