SWIFT/BIC code BKIDGB2LXXX
BKIDGB2LXXX belongs to Bank of India in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKIDGB2LXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKIDGB2L |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank of India |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| 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.
- 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 bank uses SWIFT/BIC code BKIDGB2LXXX?
The code BKIDGB2LXXX belongs to the headquarters of Bank of India in London, United Kingdom. Use it when you send money to an account at Bank of India.
What happens if I enter BKIDGB2LXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BKIDGB2LXXX with the recipient before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of India?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
What does each part of BKIDGB2LXXX stand for?
BKID is the institution code of Bank of India, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 2L is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
Do I need BKIDGB2LXXX to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need BKIDGB2LXXX.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of India in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.