SWIFT/BIC code SBININBB285
SBININBB285 belongs to State Bank of India in Parwanoo, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SBININBB285 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SBININBB |
| Branch code | 285 |
| Bank | State Bank of India |
| Branch | Parwanoo |
| City | Parwanoo |
| 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.
- 285 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 code SBININBB285?
The code SBININBB285 belongs to Parwanoo, part of State Bank of India in Parwanoo, India. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use SBININBB instead of SBININBB285?
SBININBB is the head office of State Bank of India, while SBININBB285 points to Parwanoo. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use SBININBB285 if the recipient asks for it.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at State Bank of India?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code SBININBB285, the account number or IBAN 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 in India?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What does each part of SBININBB285 stand for?
SBIN is the bank code of State Bank of India, IN stands for India, BB is the code for the city or region and 285 is the code of the branch Parwanoo.
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. Check the amount that arrives in Indian Rupee with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.