SWIFT/BIC code SBININBBH57
SBININBBH57 belongs to State Bank of India in Hyderabad, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SBININBBH57 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SBININBB |
| Branch code | H57 |
| Bank | State Bank of India |
| Branch | Chennai Circle |
| City | Hyderabad |
| Country | India |
The way 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.
- H57 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code SBININBBH57?
The code SBININBBH57 belongs to Chennai Circle, a branch or department of State Bank of India in Hyderabad, India. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to State Bank of India in India?
Banks often 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.
What happens if I enter SBININBBH57 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check SBININBBH57 with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to State Bank of India take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What does each part of SBININBBH57 mean?
SBIN is the bank code of State Bank of India, IN is the ISO code of India, BB is the location code and H57 is the code of the branch Chennai Circle.
What do I need to send money to an account at State Bank of India?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code SBININBBH57, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. India is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.