SWIFT/BIC code SBININBBT03
SBININBBT03 belongs to State Bank of India in Tiruppur, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SBININBBT03 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SBININBB |
| Branch code | T03 |
| Bank | State Bank of India |
| Branch | Chennai Circle |
| City | Tiruppur |
| 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.
- T03 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 SWIFT code SBININBBT03?
SBININBBT03 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Chennai Circle, a unit of State Bank of India in Tiruppur, India. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of SBININBBT03 mean?
SBIN is the bank code of State Bank of India, IN stands for India, BB is the code for the city or region and T03 identifies the branch Chennai Circle.
What happens if I enter SBININBBT03 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check SBININBBT03 with the recipient before you confirm.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at State Bank of India?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SBININBBT03, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. India is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
How long does a transfer to State Bank of India take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Can I use SBININBB instead of SBININBBT03?
SBININBB points to the main office of State Bank of India, while SBININBBT03 is Chennai Circle. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SBININBBT03.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.