SWIFT/BIC code SBININBBT14
SBININBBT14 belongs to State Bank of India in Kottayam, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SBININBBT14 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SBININBB |
| Branch code | T14 |
| Bank | State Bank of India |
| Branch | Kerala Circle |
| City | Kottayam |
| 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.
- T14 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 SBININBBT14?
SBININBBT14 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Kerala Circle, part of State Bank of India in Kottayam, India. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in SBININBBT14 mean?
SBIN is the institution code of State Bank of India, IN stands for India, BB is the location code and T14 is the code of the branch Kerala Circle.
What happens if I enter SBININBBT14 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SBININBBT14 against the details from State Bank of India before sending.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at State Bank of India?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code SBININBBT14, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. India uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Can I use SBININBB instead of SBININBBT14?
SBININBB points to the main office of State Bank of India, while SBININBBT14 is Kerala Circle. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SBININBBT14.
How long does it take to send money to State Bank of India in India?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.