SWIFT/BIC code BKIDINBBCLT

BKIDINBBCLT belongs to Bank of India in Kozhikode, India.

BKIDINBBCLT

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBKIDINBBCLT
8-character codeBKIDINBB
Branch codeCLT
BankBank of India
BranchCalicut
CityKozhikode
CountryIndia

The way 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.
CLT 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 BKIDINBBCLT?

The code BKIDINBBCLT belongs to Calicut, a unit of Bank of India in Kozhikode, India. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use BKIDINBB instead of BKIDINBBCLT?

BKIDINBB is the main office of Bank of India, while BKIDINBBCLT is Calicut. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BKIDINBBCLT.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of India in India?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Indian Rupee with specialist providers before you send.

What do I need to send money to an account at Bank of India?

Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BKIDINBBCLT, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. India uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.

How long does it take to send money to Bank of India?

A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.

Has Bank of India got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 222 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of India in India, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of India.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.