SWIFT/BIC code SBININBB331
SBININBB331 belongs to State Bank of India in Howrah, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SBININBB331 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SBININBB |
| Branch code | 331 |
| Bank | State Bank of India |
| Branch | Commercial Branch, Howrah |
| City | Howrah |
| 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.
- 331 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 SBININBB331?
SBININBB331 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Commercial Branch, Howrah, a unit of State Bank of India in Howrah, India. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Does State Bank of India have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 843 SWIFT/BIC codes for State Bank of India in India, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of State Bank of India.
Can I use SBININBB instead of SBININBB331?
SBININBB is the main office of State Bank of India, while SBININBB331 points to Commercial Branch, Howrah. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SBININBB331.
How long does a transfer to State Bank of India take in India?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at State Bank of India?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code SBININBB331, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. India uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What happens if I enter SBININBB331 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check SBININBB331 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.