SWIFT/BIC code SBININBB340
SBININBB340 belongs to State Bank of India in Kolkata (Calcutta), India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SBININBB340 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SBININBB |
| Branch code | 340 |
| Bank | State Bank of India |
| Branch | Calcutta Main Br. |
| City | Kolkata (Calcutta) |
| Country | India |
The way the State Bank of India SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 340 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code SBININBB340?
SBININBB340 identifies Calcutta Main Br., part of State Bank of India in Kolkata (Calcutta), India. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use SBININBB instead of SBININBB340?
SBININBB points to the main office of State Bank of India, while SBININBB340 is Calcutta Main Br.. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SBININBB340.
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. Check the amount that arrives in Indian Rupee with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
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 the letters in SBININBB340 mean?
SBIN is the bank code of State Bank of India, IN stands for India, BB is the code for the city or region and 340 identifies the department Calcutta Main Br..
How long does a transfer to State Bank of India take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.