SWIFT/BIC code BKIDINBBASM
BKIDINBBASM belongs to Bank of India in Ahmedabad, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKIDINBBASM |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKIDINBB |
| Branch code | ASM |
| Bank | Bank of India |
| Branch | Ashram Road |
| City | Ahmedabad |
| Country | India |
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.
- IN Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- BB Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- ASM 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 is behind BIC BKIDINBBASM?
The code BKIDINBBASM belongs to Ashram Road, a branch or department of Bank of India in Ahmedabad, India. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do I need to send money to an account at Bank of India?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BKIDINBBASM, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. India is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What happens if I enter BKIDINBBASM with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BKIDINBBASM against the details from Bank of India before sending.
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 transfer services before you send.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of India in India?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What do the letters in BKIDINBBASM mean?
BKID is the institution code of Bank of India, IN stands for India, BB is the location code and ASM is the code of the department Ashram Road.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.