SBI SWIFT Code: SBININBB
SBI SWIFT कोड: SBININBB
SBININBB. For branch-specific wires, the full 11-character code is often used (e.g., SBININBB100 for a Mumbai main branch). When sending via providers like Wise or Remitly, you only need the recipient's IFSC code and account number — not the SBI SWIFT code.State Bank of India is the country's largest bank and the most common destination for remittances to India. If you are receiving a traditional SWIFT wire from abroad, the sender needs the SBI SWIFT/BIC code. This guide covers the main code, common branch variants, and when you actually need it.
SBI SWIFT Code at a Glance
SBI SWIFT कोड एक नज़र में
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Bank | State Bank of India (SBI) |
| SWIFT / BIC | SBININBB |
| Common branch variant | SBININBB100 |
| Country / Location | India (IN) — Mumbai (BB) |
| Also needed for bank wire | IFSC code of the recipient's SBI branch |
Decoding the SBI SWIFT Code
SBI SWIFT कोड को समझना
The SWIFT code SBININBB breaks down as:
- SBIN — Bank code (State Bank of India).
- IN — Country code (India).
- BB — Location code (Mumbai).
The optional last 3 characters (100, 173, etc.) identify a specific SBI branch for certain transactions. Many foreign banks only accept the 8-character code SBININBB — ask your sending bank which one it needs.
Do You Need the SWIFT Code with Wise, Remitly or Xoom?
क्या Wise, Remitly या Xoom के साथ SWIFT कोड की आवश्यकता है?
No. When you use a digital provider like Wise, Remitly or Xoom to deposit money into an SBI account, you only provide:
- Recipient's SBI account number.
- Recipient's SBI branch IFSC code (e.g.,
SBIN0001234).
The provider settles directly inside India's payment system — the SBI SWIFT code is only needed for a traditional bank-to-bank SWIFT wire.
How to Send a Traditional SWIFT Wire to SBI
SBI को पारंपरिक SWIFT वायर कैसे भेजें
If you or your employer is sending a bank wire from abroad, provide the sender with:
- Beneficiary bank: State Bank of India.
- SWIFT / BIC:
SBININBB(or the branch-specific 11-character code). - Beneficiary account number (SBI account holder's number).
- Beneficiary name — exactly as on the account.
- IFSC code of the recipient's branch, if the sending bank requests it.
💡 Look up any SBI branch IFSC free on GraminBankIFSC.com.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले प्रश्न (FAQs)
Q1. What is the SWIFT code for State Bank of India?
प्र1. स्टेट बैंक ऑफ इंडिया का SWIFT कोड क्या है?
The SWIFT/BIC code for State Bank of India is SBININBB. Some branches use 11-character variants like SBININBB100 for specific routing.
Q2. Do I need the SBI SWIFT code to receive money from abroad?
प्र2. क्या मुझे विदेश से पैसे प्राप्त करने के लिए SBI SWIFT कोड की आवश्यकता है?
Only for a traditional SWIFT bank wire — the sender's bank needs SBININBB. With Wise, Remitly or Xoom, you only give your SBI account number and IFSC code.
Q3. Is SBININBB the same for all SBI branches?
प्र3. क्या SBININBB सभी SBI शाखाओं के लिए समान है?
The 8-character code SBININBB works bank-wide. Some branches have their own 11-character code (e.g., SBININBB100) that some foreign banks require — confirm with your sending bank.
Q4. What is the difference between SBI SWIFT and IFSC code?
प्र4. SBI SWIFT और IFSC कोड में क्या अंतर है?
SWIFT (SBININBB) routes money internationally. IFSC (SBIN00XXXXX) identifies a specific SBI branch for NEFT/RTGS/IMPS inside India. International transfers into SBI often involve both.
Q5. Can I send money to an SBI account with just the IFSC code?
प्र5. क्या मैं केवल IFSC कोड से SBI खाते में पैसे भेज सकता हूं?
Yes, when using Wise, Remitly or Xoom. You enter the recipient's SBI account number and branch IFSC code, and the provider handles the international leg.
Sources: SWIFT registry; SBI. Codes are for reference — confirm with your bank before a wire transfer.