SWIFT/BIC code SBININBB228
SBININBB228 belongs to State Bank of India in Pondicherry, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SBININBB228 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SBININBB |
| Branch code | 228 |
| Bank | State Bank of India |
| Branch | — |
| City | Pondicherry |
| Country | India |
How 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.
- 228 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 uses BIC SBININBB228?
The code SBININBB228 belongs to State Bank of India, a branch or department of State Bank of India in Pondicherry, India. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use SBININBB instead of SBININBB228?
SBININBB points to the head office of State Bank of India, while SBININBB228 points to State Bank of India. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SBININBB228.
What happens if I enter SBININBB228 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check SBININBB228 against the details from State Bank of India before sending.
Has State Bank of India got 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.
What is the best way to send money to State Bank of India in India?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Indian Rupee with transfer services before you send.
What do the letters in SBININBB228 mean?
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 228 is the code of the department State Bank of India.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.