SWIFT/BIC code BKIDFRPPXXX
BKIDFRPPXXX belongs to Bank of India in Paris, France.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKIDFRPPXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKIDFRPP |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank of India |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Paris |
| Country | France |
The way the Bank of India SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BKID Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- FR Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- PP 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
What bank uses SWIFT code BKIDFRPPXXX?
The code BKIDFRPPXXX belongs to the headquarters of Bank of India in Paris, France. Use it when a payment to Bank of India does not need a specific branch.
Does Bank of India have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – BKIDFRPPXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Bank of India in France, so there is no branch code to choose.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of India?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send.
What does each part of BKIDFRPPXXX stand for?
BKID is the bank code of Bank of India, FR is the ISO code of France, PP is the location code and XXX means the head office.
Are BKIDFRPP and BKIDFRPPXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. BKIDFRPP is the 8-character version of BKIDFRPPXXX. XXX simply means head office, so both will reach Bank of India in Paris.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of India in France?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.