SWIFT/BIC code SBININBBH16
SBININBBH16 belongs to State Bank of India in Gulbarga, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SBININBBH16 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SBININBB |
| Branch code | H16 |
| Bank | State Bank of India |
| Branch | Chennai Circle |
| City | Gulbarga |
| Country | India |
The way the State Bank of India SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- H16 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
What bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code SBININBBH16?
SBININBBH16 identifies Chennai Circle, a branch or department of State Bank of India in Gulbarga, India. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use SBININBBH16 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check SBININBBH16 against the details from State Bank of India before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to State Bank of India take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at State Bank of India?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SBININBBH16, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. India uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What is the best way to send money to State Bank of India in India?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Indian Rupee with specialist providers before you send.
Can I use SBININBB instead of SBININBBH16?
SBININBB points to the head office of State Bank of India, while SBININBBH16 points to Chennai Circle. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use SBININBBH16 if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.