SWIFT/BIC code SBININBBP12
SBININBBP12 belongs to State Bank of India in Karnal, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SBININBBP12 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SBININBB |
| Branch code | P12 |
| Bank | State Bank of India |
| Branch | Chandigarh Circle |
| City | Karnal |
| 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.
- P12 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 is behind BIC SBININBBP12?
SBININBBP12 identifies Chandigarh Circle, part of State Bank of India in Karnal, India. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to State Bank of India?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Indian Rupee with transfer services before you send.
What do the letters in SBININBBP12 mean?
SBIN is the bank code of State Bank of India, IN is the ISO code of India, BB is the code for the city or region and P12 identifies the department Chandigarh Circle.
What happens if I enter SBININBBP12 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check SBININBBP12 with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to State Bank of India take in India?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What do I need to send money to an account at State Bank of India?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SBININBBP12, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. India uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.