SWIFT/BIC code SBININBBP47
SBININBBP47 belongs to State Bank of India in Chandigarh, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SBININBBP47 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SBININBB |
| Branch code | P47 |
| Bank | State Bank of India |
| Branch | Chennai Circle |
| City | Chandigarh |
| 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.
- P47 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/BIC code SBININBBP47?
SBININBBP47 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Chennai Circle, part of State Bank of India in Chandigarh, India. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at State Bank of India?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SBININBBP47, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. India is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What is the best way to send money to State Bank of India?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Indian Rupee with specialist providers before you send.
How long does a transfer to State Bank of India take in India?
A SWIFT payment usually 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 SBININBBP47 stand for?
SBIN is the institution code of State Bank of India, IN stands for India, BB is the location code and P47 is the code of the branch Chennai Circle.
Can I use SBININBB instead of SBININBBP47?
SBININBB is the head office of State Bank of India, while SBININBBP47 is Chennai Circle. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SBININBBP47.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.