SWIFT/BIC code SBININBB384
SBININBB384 belongs to State Bank of India in Bhagalpur, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SBININBB384 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SBININBB |
| Branch code | 384 |
| Bank | State Bank of India |
| Branch | Bhagalpur |
| City | Bhagalpur |
| Country | India |
The way 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.
- 384 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 branch is behind BIC SBININBB384?
The code SBININBB384 belongs to Bhagalpur, part of State Bank of India in Bhagalpur, India. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to State Bank of India?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What do the letters in SBININBB384 mean?
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 384 is the code of the department Bhagalpur.
What happens if I use SBININBB384 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check SBININBB384 with the recipient before you confirm.
What do I need to send money to an account at State Bank of India?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code SBININBB384, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. India uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Can I use SBININBB instead of SBININBB384?
SBININBB is the head office of State Bank of India, while SBININBB384 points to Bhagalpur. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SBININBB384.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.