SWIFT/BIC code SBININBBM16
SBININBBM16 belongs to State Bank of India in Chennai (Madras), India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SBININBBM16 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SBININBB |
| Branch code | M16 |
| Bank | State Bank of India |
| Branch | Hyderabad Circle |
| City | Chennai (Madras) |
| 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.
- M16 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 SWIFT code SBININBBM16?
The code SBININBBM16 belongs to Hyderabad Circle, part of State Bank of India in Chennai (Madras), India. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in SBININBBM16 stand for?
SBIN is the institution code of State Bank of India, IN is the ISO code of India, BB is the code for the city or region and M16 is the code of the department Hyderabad Circle.
Has State Bank of India got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 843 SWIFT/BIC codes for State Bank of India in India, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of State Bank of India.
What do I need to send money to an account at State Bank of India?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SBININBBM16, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. India uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
How long does a transfer to State Bank of India take in India?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What happens if I enter SBININBBM16 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check SBININBBM16 with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.