SWIFT/BIC code BKIDINBBCAN
BKIDINBBCAN belongs to Bank of India in Bangalore, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKIDINBBCAN |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKIDINBB |
| Branch code | CAN |
| Bank | Bank of India |
| Branch | Cantonment |
| City | Bangalore |
| Country | India |
How the Bank of India SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- CAN 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/BIC code BKIDINBBCAN?
BKIDINBBCAN is the SWIFT/BIC code of Cantonment, a unit of Bank of India in Bangalore, India. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use BKIDINBB instead of BKIDINBBCAN?
BKIDINBB points to the head office of Bank of India, while BKIDINBBCAN points to Cantonment. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BKIDINBBCAN.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Bank of India?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BKIDINBBCAN, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. India is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
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 – the difference can be large.
How long does a transfer to Bank of India take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What happens if I use BKIDINBBCAN with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BKIDINBBCAN with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.