SWIFT/BIC code BKIDGB2LBIR
BKIDGB2LBIR belongs to Bank of India in Birmingham, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKIDGB2LBIR |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKIDGB2L |
| Branch code | BIR |
| Bank | Bank of India |
| Branch | — |
| City | Birmingham |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Bank of India SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BKID Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 2L Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- BIR 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 uses SWIFT code BKIDGB2LBIR?
BKIDGB2LBIR is the SWIFT/BIC code of Bank of India, part of Bank of India in Birmingham, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in BKIDGB2LBIR stand for?
BKID is the bank code of Bank of India, GB stands for United Kingdom, 2L is the location code and BIR identifies the department Bank of India.
What happens if I enter BKIDGB2LBIR incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BKIDGB2LBIR against the details from Bank of India before sending.
Do I need BKIDGB2LBIR for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need BKIDGB2LBIR.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of India in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of India in United Kingdom?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.