SWIFT/BIC code SBININBB287
SBININBB287 belongs to State Bank of India in Jalandhar, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SBININBB287 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SBININBB |
| Branch code | 287 |
| Bank | State Bank of India |
| Branch | Scb, Industrial Area Jalandhar |
| City | Jalandhar |
| Country | India |
How 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.
- 287 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 SWIFT/BIC code SBININBB287?
The code SBININBB287 belongs to Scb, Industrial Area Jalandhar, a unit of State Bank of India in Jalandhar, India. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
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 transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use SBININBB instead of SBININBB287?
SBININBB is the head office of State Bank of India, while SBININBB287 is Scb, Industrial Area Jalandhar. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use SBININBB287 if the recipient asks for it.
What does each part of SBININBB287 mean?
SBIN is the bank code of State Bank of India, IN stands for India, BB is the location code and 287 identifies the department Scb, Industrial Area Jalandhar.
How long does a transfer to State Bank of India take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What happens if I use SBININBB287 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SBININBB287 with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.