SWIFT/BIC code SBINLKLXKDY
SBINLKLXKDY belongs to State Bank of India in Kandy, Sri Lanka.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SBINLKLXKDY |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SBINLKLX |
| Branch code | KDY |
| Bank | State Bank of India |
| Branch | Kandy Branch |
| City | Kandy |
| Country | Sri Lanka |
The way 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.
- LK Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- LX Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- KDY 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 bank is behind SWIFT code SBINLKLXKDY?
The code SBINLKLXKDY belongs to Kandy Branch, a unit of State Bank of India in Kandy, Sri Lanka. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Does State Bank of India have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 4 SWIFT/BIC codes for State Bank of India in Sri Lanka. All of them are listed on the page of State Bank of India.
Can I use SBINLKLX instead of SBINLKLXKDY?
SBINLKLX is the head office of State Bank of India, while SBINLKLXKDY is Kandy Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SBINLKLXKDY.
What happens if I enter SBINLKLXKDY incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SBINLKLXKDY against the details from State Bank of India before you confirm.
What do the letters in SBINLKLXKDY stand for?
SBIN is the institution code of State Bank of India, LK is the ISO code of Sri Lanka, LX is the location code and KDY is the code of the branch Kandy Branch.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at State Bank of India?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code SBINLKLXKDY, 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.