SWIFT/BIC code BKIDINBBCHD
BKIDINBBCHD belongs to Bank of India in Chandigarh, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKIDINBBCHD |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKIDINBB |
| Branch code | CHD |
| Bank | Bank of India |
| Branch | Chandigarh Branch |
| City | Chandigarh |
| 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.
- CHD 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 BIC BKIDINBBCHD?
BKIDINBBCHD identifies Chandigarh Branch, a unit of Bank of India in Chandigarh, India. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of India in India?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Indian Rupee with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I use BKIDINBBCHD with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BKIDINBBCHD against the details from Bank of India before you confirm.
What does each part of BKIDINBBCHD stand for?
BKID is the institution code of Bank of India, IN stands for India, BB is the location code and CHD is the code of the department Chandigarh Branch.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of India?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Can I use BKIDINBB instead of BKIDINBBCHD?
BKIDINBB points to the main office of Bank of India, while BKIDINBBCHD is Chandigarh Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use BKIDINBBCHD 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.