SWIFT/BIC code SBININBBM20
SBININBBM20 belongs to State Bank of India in Kolkata (Calcutta), India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SBININBBM20 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SBININBB |
| Branch code | M20 |
| Bank | State Bank of India |
| Branch | Bangalore Circle |
| City | Kolkata (Calcutta) |
| Country | India |
How 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.
- M20 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 is behind SWIFT code SBININBBM20?
SBININBBM20 identifies Bangalore Circle, a branch or department of State Bank of India in Kolkata (Calcutta), India. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of SBININBBM20 stand for?
SBIN is the institution code of State Bank of India, IN is the ISO code of India, BB is the location code and M20 identifies the branch Bangalore Circle.
Does State Bank of India have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 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.
Can I use SBININBB instead of SBININBBM20?
SBININBB points to the main office of State Bank of India, while SBININBBM20 is Bangalore Circle. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use SBININBBM20 if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to State Bank of India in India?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Indian Rupee with specialist providers before you send.
How long does it take to send money to State Bank of India?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.