SWIFT/BIC code SBININBB293
SBININBB293 belongs to State Bank of India in Chennai (Madras), India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SBININBB293 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SBININBB |
| Branch code | 293 |
| Bank | State Bank of India |
| Branch | Sme Chennai Branch |
| City | Chennai (Madras) |
| 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.
- 293 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 SBININBB293?
SBININBB293 identifies Sme Chennai Branch, part of State Bank of India in Chennai (Madras), India. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at State Bank of India?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code SBININBB293, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. India uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What happens if I enter SBININBB293 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SBININBB293 against the details from State Bank of India before sending.
How long does it take to send money to State Bank of India?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What is the best 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. Compare the amount that arrives in Indian Rupee with transfer services before you send.
What does each part of SBININBB293 stand for?
SBIN is the institution code of State Bank of India, IN is the ISO code of India, BB is the code for the city or region and 293 identifies the branch Sme Chennai Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.