SWIFT/BIC code SBININBB555
SBININBB555 belongs to State Bank of India in Ghaziabad, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SBININBB555 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SBININBB |
| Branch code | 555 |
| Bank | State Bank of India |
| Branch | Sib,ghaziabad |
| City | Ghaziabad |
| 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.
- 555 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 uses SWIFT code SBININBB555?
SBININBB555 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Sib,ghaziabad, part of State Bank of India in Ghaziabad, India. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at State Bank of India?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code SBININBB555, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. India is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What happens if I enter SBININBB555 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check SBININBB555 against the details from State Bank of India before sending.
Can I use SBININBB instead of SBININBB555?
SBININBB points to the main office of State Bank of India, while SBININBB555 points to Sib,ghaziabad. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use SBININBB555 if the recipient asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to State Bank of India in India?
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.
What is the cheapest 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 transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.