SWIFT/BIC code BKIDINBBBKC
BKIDINBBBKC belongs to Bank of India in Mumbai, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKIDINBBBKC |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKIDINBB |
| Branch code | BKC |
| Bank | Bank of India |
| Branch | Bandra Kurla Complex |
| City | Mumbai |
| Country | India |
How the Bank of India SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- BKC 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 BKIDINBBBKC?
BKIDINBBBKC identifies Bandra Kurla Complex, a branch or department of Bank of India in Mumbai, India. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in BKIDINBBBKC stand for?
BKID is the institution code of Bank of India, IN is the ISO code of India, BB is the location code and BKC is the code of the branch Bandra Kurla Complex.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of India?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What do I need to send money to an account at Bank of India?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BKIDINBBBKC, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. India is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What happens if I enter BKIDINBBBKC incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BKIDINBBBKC against the details from Bank of India before you confirm.
Can I use BKIDINBB instead of BKIDINBBBKC?
BKIDINBB points to the main office of Bank of India, while BKIDINBBBKC is Bandra Kurla Complex. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use BKIDINBBBKC if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.