SWIFT/BIC code SBININBB481

SBININBB481 belongs to State Bank of India in Karimganj, India.

SBININBB481

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeSBININBB481
8-character codeSBININBB
Branch code481
BankState Bank of India
BranchKarimganj
CityKarimganj
CountryIndia

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.
481 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 SBININBB481?

SBININBB481 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Karimganj, a unit of State Bank of India in Karimganj, India. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use SBININBB instead of SBININBB481?

SBININBB points to the main office of State Bank of India, while SBININBB481 points to Karimganj. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SBININBB481.

Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at State Bank of India?

You need the SWIFT/BIC code SBININBB481, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. India is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.

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. You can see them all on the bank page.

How long does a transfer to State Bank of India take?

An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.

What happens if I use SBININBB481 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check SBININBB481 against the details from State Bank of India before sending.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.