SWIFT/BIC code SBININBB238
SBININBB238 belongs to State Bank of India in Pune, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SBININBB238 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SBININBB |
| Branch code | 238 |
| Bank | State Bank of India |
| Branch | Pune Main Branch |
| City | Pune |
| Country | India |
The way the State Bank of India SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 238 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 is behind BIC SBININBB238?
The code SBININBB238 belongs to Pune Main Branch, a unit of State Bank of India in Pune, India. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to State Bank of India in India?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Indian Rupee with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does a transfer to State Bank of India take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at State Bank of India?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code SBININBB238, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. India uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Can I use SBININBB instead of SBININBB238?
SBININBB is the main office of State Bank of India, while SBININBB238 is Pune Main Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SBININBB238.
What happens if I use SBININBB238 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SBININBB238 with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.