SWIFT/BIC code SBINMVMVXXX
SBINMVMVXXX belongs to State Bank of India in Male, Maldives.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SBINMVMVXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SBINMVMV |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | State Bank of India |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Male |
| Country | Maldives |
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.
- MV Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- MV Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX 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 institution uses BIC SBINMVMVXXX?
The code SBINMVMVXXX belongs to the main office of State Bank of India in Male, Maldives. It is the code to use when a payment to State Bank of India does not need a specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to State Bank of India?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Maldives with specialist providers before you send.
Are SBINMVMV and SBINMVMVXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. SBINMVMV is the short version of SBINMVMVXXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to State Bank of India in Male.
How long does it take to send money to State Bank of India?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at State Bank of India?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SBINMVMVXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Maldives uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What do the letters in SBINMVMVXXX stand for?
SBIN is the bank code of State Bank of India, MV stands for Maldives, MV is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.