SWIFT/BIC code SBININBBT04
SBININBBT04 belongs to State Bank of India in Kanyakumari, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SBININBBT04 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SBININBB |
| Branch code | T04 |
| Bank | State Bank of India |
| Branch | Chennai Circle |
| City | Kanyakumari |
| Country | India |
The way 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.
- T04 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 code SBININBBT04?
SBININBBT04 identifies Chennai Circle, a branch or department of State Bank of India in Kanyakumari, India. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does a transfer to State Bank of India take in India?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Can I use SBININBB instead of SBININBBT04?
SBININBB points to the main office of State Bank of India, while SBININBBT04 is Chennai Circle. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use SBININBBT04 if the recipient asks for it.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at State Bank of India?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SBININBBT04, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. India is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Does State Bank of India have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 843 SWIFT/BIC codes for State Bank of India in India. All of them are listed on the page of State Bank of India.
What happens if I use SBININBBT04 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SBININBBT04 with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.