SWIFT/BIC code SBININBB840
SBININBB840 belongs to State Bank of India in Madurai, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SBININBB840 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SBININBB |
| Branch code | 840 |
| Bank | State Bank of India |
| Branch | Sme Branch, Madurai |
| City | Madurai |
| 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.
- 840 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 is behind SWIFT code SBININBB840?
SBININBB840 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Sme Branch, Madurai, a unit of State Bank of India in Madurai, India. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to State Bank of India?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What do I need to send money to an account at State Bank of India?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SBININBB840, 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.
What happens if I enter SBININBB840 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check SBININBB840 with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use SBININBB instead of SBININBB840?
SBININBB is the head office of State Bank of India, while SBININBB840 points to Sme Branch, Madurai. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SBININBB840.
What do the letters in SBININBB840 mean?
SBIN is the bank code of State Bank of India, IN stands for India, BB is the location code and 840 identifies the branch Sme Branch, Madurai.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.