SWIFT/BIC code SBININBB399
SBININBB399 belongs to State Bank of India in Kochi, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SBININBB399 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SBININBB |
| Branch code | 399 |
| Bank | State Bank of India |
| Branch | Cochin Shipyard |
| City | Kochi |
| 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.
- 399 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 code SBININBB399?
SBININBB399 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Cochin Shipyard, a branch or department of State Bank of India in Kochi, India. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does a transfer to State Bank of India take in India?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What happens if I enter SBININBB399 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check SBININBB399 with the recipient before sending.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at State Bank of India?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SBININBB399, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. India uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Has State Bank of India got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 843 SWIFT/BIC codes for State Bank of India in India. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use SBININBB instead of SBININBB399?
SBININBB points to the head office of State Bank of India, while SBININBB399 is Cochin Shipyard. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SBININBB399.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.