SWIFT/BIC code BKIDINBBBVN
BKIDINBBBVN belongs to Bank of India in Bhavnagar, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKIDINBBBVN |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKIDINBB |
| Branch code | BVN |
| Bank | Bank of India |
| Branch | Bhavnagar(Main |
| City | Bhavnagar |
| Country | India |
The way 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.
- BVN 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 code BKIDINBBBVN?
BKIDINBBBVN identifies Bhavnagar(Main, a branch or department of Bank of India in Bhavnagar, India. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
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. Check the amount that arrives in Indian Rupee with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in BKIDINBBBVN mean?
BKID is the bank code of Bank of India, IN is the ISO code of India, BB is the location code and BVN is the code of the branch Bhavnagar(Main.
What happens if I enter BKIDINBBBVN with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BKIDINBBBVN against the details from Bank of India before you confirm.
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. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Bank of India?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BKIDINBBBVN, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. India is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.