SWIFT/BIC code BKIDINBBAMC
BKIDINBBAMC belongs to Bank of India in Ambala, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKIDINBBAMC |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKIDINBB |
| Branch code | AMC |
| Bank | Bank of India |
| Branch | Ambala Cantt Branch |
| City | Ambala |
| Country | India |
How 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.
- IN Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- BB Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- AMC 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 BKIDINBBAMC?
BKIDINBBAMC is the SWIFT/BIC code of Ambala Cantt Branch, a unit of Bank of India in Ambala, India. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in BKIDINBBAMC mean?
BKID is the bank code of Bank of India, IN is the ISO code of India, BB is the location code and AMC is the code of the branch Ambala Cantt Branch.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of India?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of India?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Indian Rupee with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Bank of India?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BKIDINBBAMC, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. India uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Can I use BKIDINBB instead of BKIDINBBAMC?
BKIDINBB points to the main office of Bank of India, while BKIDINBBAMC points to Ambala Cantt Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BKIDINBBAMC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.