SWIFT/BIC code BKIDGB2LLEI
BKIDGB2LLEI belongs to Bank of India in Leicester, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKIDGB2LLEI |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKIDGB2L |
| Branch code | LEI |
| Bank | Bank of India |
| Branch | — |
| City | Leicester |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Bank of India SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- LEI 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 is behind BIC BKIDGB2LLEI?
The code BKIDGB2LLEI belongs to Bank of India, part of Bank of India in Leicester, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of BKIDGB2LLEI stand for?
BKID is the bank code of Bank of India, GB stands for United Kingdom, 2L is the location code and LEI is the code of the department Bank of India.
What happens if I use BKIDGB2LLEI incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BKIDGB2LLEI with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of India in United Kingdom?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in British Pound with transfer services before you send.
Has Bank of India got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 7 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of India in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of India.
How long does a transfer to Bank of India take?
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.