SWIFT/BIC code SBININBBP36
SBININBBP36 belongs to State Bank of India in Amritsar, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SBININBBP36 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SBININBB |
| Branch code | P36 |
| Bank | State Bank of India |
| Branch | Chandigarh Circle |
| City | Amritsar |
| 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.
- P36 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 SBININBBP36?
SBININBBP36 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Chandigarh Circle, a unit of State Bank of India in Amritsar, India. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do I need to send money to an account at State Bank of India?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SBININBBP36, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. India is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What happens if I use SBININBBP36 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check SBININBBP36 against the details from State Bank of India before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to State Bank of India take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What does each part of SBININBBP36 stand for?
SBIN is the bank code of State Bank of India, IN stands for India, BB is the location code and P36 is the code of the department Chandigarh Circle.
What is the best way to send money to State Bank of India in India?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Indian Rupee with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.