SWIFT/BIC code SBININBB495
SBININBB495 belongs to State Bank of India in Kolkata (Calcutta), India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SBININBB495 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SBININBB |
| Branch code | 495 |
| Bank | State Bank of India |
| Branch | N.s. Road,calcutta |
| City | Kolkata (Calcutta) |
| 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.
- 495 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 SWIFT code SBININBB495?
SBININBB495 identifies N.s. Road,calcutta, a branch or department of State Bank of India in Kolkata (Calcutta), India. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use SBININBB instead of SBININBB495?
SBININBB is the head office of State Bank of India, while SBININBB495 is N.s. Road,calcutta. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SBININBB495.
What is the best way to send money to State Bank of India?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive 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, we list 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.
What happens if I use SBININBB495 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check SBININBB495 against the details from State Bank of India before sending.
How long does a transfer to State Bank of India take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist 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.