SWIFT/BIC code SBININBBT15
SBININBBT15 belongs to State Bank of India in Ernakulam, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SBININBBT15 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SBININBB |
| Branch code | T15 |
| Bank | State Bank of India |
| Branch | Kerala Circle |
| City | Ernakulam |
| 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.
- T15 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 SBININBBT15?
The code SBININBBT15 belongs to Kerala Circle, part of State Bank of India in Ernakulam, India. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What do I need to send money to an account at State Bank of India?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SBININBBT15, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. India uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Can I use SBININBB instead of SBININBBT15?
SBININBB points to the head office of State Bank of India, while SBININBBT15 is Kerala Circle. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SBININBBT15.
How long does it take to send money to State Bank of India in India?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What is the best way to send money to State Bank of India?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Indian Rupee with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Has State Bank of India got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 843 SWIFT/BIC codes for State Bank of India in India, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of State Bank of India.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.