SWIFT/BIC code SBININBB298
SBININBB298 belongs to State Bank of India in Chennai (Madras), India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SBININBB298 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SBININBB |
| Branch code | 298 |
| Bank | State Bank of India |
| Branch | Meenambakkam Airport Branch |
| City | Chennai (Madras) |
| 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.
- 298 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 uses BIC SBININBB298?
The code SBININBB298 belongs to Meenambakkam Airport Branch, a unit of State Bank of India in Chennai (Madras), India. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Has State Bank of India got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 843 SWIFT/BIC codes for State Bank of India in India. All of them are listed on the page of State Bank of India.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at State Bank of India?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SBININBB298, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. India uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
How long does a transfer to State Bank of India take in India?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Can I use SBININBB instead of SBININBB298?
SBININBB points to the head office of State Bank of India, while SBININBB298 is Meenambakkam Airport Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use SBININBB298 if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I enter SBININBB298 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SBININBB298 against the details from State Bank of India before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.