SWIFT/BIC code SBININBBP56
SBININBBP56 belongs to State Bank of India in Ahmedabad, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SBININBBP56 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SBININBB |
| Branch code | P56 |
| Bank | State Bank of India |
| Branch | Chandigarh Circle |
| City | Ahmedabad |
| 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.
- P56 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
What bank is behind SWIFT code SBININBBP56?
The code SBININBBP56 belongs to Chandigarh Circle, part of State Bank of India in Ahmedabad, India. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to State Bank of India?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What happens if I use SBININBBP56 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check SBININBBP56 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 SBININBBP56, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. India uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What do the letters in SBININBBP56 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 P56 is the code of the branch Chandigarh Circle.
Can I use SBININBB instead of SBININBBP56?
SBININBB is the main office of State Bank of India, while SBININBBP56 is Chandigarh Circle. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use SBININBBP56 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.