SWIFT/BIC code SBININBBT27
SBININBBT27 belongs to State Bank of India in Tuticorin, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SBININBBT27 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SBININBB |
| Branch code | T27 |
| Bank | State Bank of India |
| Branch | Kerala Circle |
| City | Tuticorin |
| Country | India |
How the State Bank of India SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- T27 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
What bank is behind BIC SBININBBT27?
SBININBBT27 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Kerala Circle, a unit of State Bank of India in Tuticorin, India. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of SBININBBT27 stand for?
SBIN is the institution code of State Bank of India, IN stands for India, BB is the location code and T27 is the code of the department Kerala Circle.
What happens if I use SBININBBT27 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SBININBBT27 against the details from State Bank of India before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to State Bank of India in India?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Indian Rupee with transfer services before you send.
Can I use SBININBB instead of SBININBBT27?
SBININBB is the head office of State Bank of India, while SBININBBT27 points to Kerala Circle. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SBININBBT27.
How long does a transfer to State Bank of India take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.