SWIFT/BIC code BKIDINBBELH
BKIDINBBELH belongs to Bank of India in Mumbai, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKIDINBBELH |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKIDINBB |
| Branch code | ELH |
| Bank | Bank of India |
| Branch | Electric House |
| City | Mumbai |
| Country | India |
How 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.
- ELH 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 branch uses BIC BKIDINBBELH?
The code BKIDINBBELH belongs to Electric House, part of Bank of India in Mumbai, India. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
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. Check the amount that arrives in Indian Rupee with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter BKIDINBBELH with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BKIDINBBELH with the recipient before you confirm.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of India?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BKIDINBBELH, 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.
How long does a transfer to Bank of India take in India?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Can I use BKIDINBB instead of BKIDINBBELH?
BKIDINBB is the head office of Bank of India, while BKIDINBBELH points to Electric House. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BKIDINBBELH.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.