SWIFT/BIC code SBININBBP09
SBININBBP09 belongs to State Bank of India in Jalandhar, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SBININBBP09 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SBININBB |
| Branch code | P09 |
| Bank | State Bank of India |
| Branch | Chandigarh Circle |
| City | Jalandhar |
| 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.
- P09 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 code SBININBBP09?
SBININBBP09 identifies Chandigarh Circle, a branch or department of State Bank of India in Jalandhar, India. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use SBININBBP09 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check SBININBBP09 with the recipient before sending.
What do I need to send money to an account at State Bank of India?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SBININBBP09, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. India is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
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. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What is the best way to send money to State Bank of India?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Indian Rupee with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use SBININBB instead of SBININBBP09?
SBININBB points to the main office of State Bank of India, while SBININBBP09 points to Chandigarh Circle. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use SBININBBP09 if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.