SWIFT/BIC code SBININBB798
SBININBB798 belongs to State Bank of India in Patna, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SBININBB798 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SBININBB |
| Branch code | 798 |
| Bank | State Bank of India |
| Branch | Specialised Nri Branch Patna |
| City | Patna |
| Country | India |
How the State Bank of India SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 798 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 bank uses BIC SBININBB798?
The code SBININBB798 belongs to Specialised Nri Branch Patna, a branch or department of State Bank of India in Patna, India. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to State Bank of India in India?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Indian Rupee with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in SBININBB798 stand for?
SBIN is the institution code of State Bank of India, IN is the ISO code of India, BB is the location code and 798 is the code of the department Specialised Nri Branch Patna.
How long does a transfer to State Bank of India take in 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.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at State Bank of India?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code SBININBB798, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. India uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Can I use SBININBB instead of SBININBB798?
SBININBB points to the head office of State Bank of India, while SBININBB798 is Specialised Nri Branch Patna. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SBININBB798.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.