SWIFT/BIC code SBININBBM18
SBININBBM18 belongs to State Bank of India in New Delhi, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SBININBBM18 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SBININBB |
| Branch code | M18 |
| Bank | State Bank of India |
| Branch | Kolkata Circle |
| City | New Delhi |
| 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.
- M18 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 code SBININBBM18?
SBININBBM18 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Kolkata Circle, part of State Bank of India in New Delhi, India. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in SBININBBM18 stand for?
SBIN is the bank code of State Bank of India, IN is the ISO code of India, BB is the location code and M18 identifies the branch Kolkata Circle.
What is the cheapest 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. Compare what you receive in Indian Rupee with specialist providers before you send.
Can I use SBININBB instead of SBININBBM18?
SBININBB is the main office of State Bank of India, while SBININBBM18 points to Kolkata Circle. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use SBININBBM18 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 SBININBBM18, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. India is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What happens if I use SBININBBM18 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check SBININBBM18 against the details from State Bank of India before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.