SWIFT/BIC code SBINLKLXJFN
SBINLKLXJFN belongs to State Bank of India in Jaffna, Sri Lanka.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SBINLKLXJFN |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SBINLKLX |
| Branch code | JFN |
| Bank | State Bank of India |
| Branch | Jaffna Branch |
| City | Jaffna |
| Country | Sri Lanka |
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.
- LK Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- LX Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- JFN 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 uses BIC SBINLKLXJFN?
SBINLKLXJFN identifies Jaffna Branch, a unit of State Bank of India in Jaffna, Sri Lanka. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to State Bank of India in Sri Lanka?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Sri Lanka with transfer services before you send.
What does each part of SBINLKLXJFN mean?
SBIN is the bank code of State Bank of India, LK stands for Sri Lanka, LX is the location code and JFN is the code of the department Jaffna Branch.
Can I use SBINLKLX instead of SBINLKLXJFN?
SBINLKLX is the head office of State Bank of India, while SBINLKLXJFN points to Jaffna Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SBINLKLXJFN.
What happens if I enter SBINLKLXJFN incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check SBINLKLXJFN 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 SBINLKLXJFN, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Sri Lanka is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.