SWIFT/BIC code SBININBB854
SBININBB854 belongs to State Bank of India in Lucknow, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SBININBB854 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SBININBB |
| Branch code | 854 |
| Bank | State Bank of India |
| Branch | Hal Indira Nagar Lucknow |
| City | Lucknow |
| 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.
- 854 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 SBININBB854?
SBININBB854 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Hal Indira Nagar Lucknow, part of State Bank of India in Lucknow, India. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
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. Compare the amount that arrives in Indian Rupee with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use SBININBB instead of SBININBB854?
SBININBB is the main office of State Bank of India, while SBININBB854 points to Hal Indira Nagar Lucknow. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use SBININBB854 if the recipient asks for it.
What do I need to send money to an account at State Bank of India?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SBININBB854, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. India is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
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. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What happens if I use SBININBB854 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SBININBB854 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.