SWIFT/BIC code SBININBBM17
SBININBBM17 belongs to State Bank of India in Chennai (Madras), India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SBININBBM17 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SBININBB |
| Branch code | M17 |
| Bank | State Bank of India |
| Branch | Kolkata Circle |
| City | Chennai (Madras) |
| 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.
- M17 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code SBININBBM17?
The code SBININBBM17 belongs to Kolkata Circle, part of State Bank of India in Chennai (Madras), India. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use SBININBBM17 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check SBININBBM17 against the details from State Bank of India before you confirm.
What does each part of SBININBBM17 stand for?
SBIN is the bank code of State Bank of India, IN stands for India, BB is the location code and M17 identifies the branch Kolkata Circle.
Has State Bank of India got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 843 SWIFT/BIC codes for State Bank of India in India. All of them are listed on the page of State Bank of India.
What is the best way to send money to State Bank of 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.
Can I use SBININBB instead of SBININBBM17?
SBININBB points to the main office of State Bank of India, while SBININBBM17 is Kolkata Circle. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SBININBBM17.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.