SWIFT/BIC code SBININBBT19
SBININBBT19 belongs to State Bank of India in Ernakulam, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SBININBBT19 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SBININBB |
| Branch code | T19 |
| Bank | State Bank of India |
| Branch | Kerala Circle |
| City | Ernakulam |
| 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.
- T19 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 SBININBBT19?
SBININBBT19 identifies Kerala Circle, part of State Bank of India in Ernakulam, India. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does a transfer to State Bank of India take in India?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Does State Bank of India have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 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 do I need to send money to an account at State Bank of India?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code SBININBBT19, 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.
Can I use SBININBB instead of SBININBBT19?
SBININBB is the main office of State Bank of India, while SBININBBT19 is Kerala Circle. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use SBININBBT19 if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I enter SBININBBT19 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SBININBBT19 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.