SWIFT/BIC code BKIDINBBENI
BKIDINBBENI belongs to Bank of India in Ernakulam, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKIDINBBENI |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKIDINBB |
| Branch code | ENI |
| Bank | Bank of India |
| Branch | Ernakulam Nri |
| City | Ernakulam |
| 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.
- ENI 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 code BKIDINBBENI?
BKIDINBBENI identifies Ernakulam Nri, a branch or department of Bank of India in Ernakulam, India. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter BKIDINBBENI incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BKIDINBBENI against the details from Bank of India before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to Bank of India take in India?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What do I need to send money to an account at Bank of India?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BKIDINBBENI, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. India is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Can I use BKIDINBB instead of BKIDINBBENI?
BKIDINBB is the main office of Bank of India, while BKIDINBBENI points to Ernakulam Nri. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BKIDINBBENI.
What do the letters in BKIDINBBENI mean?
BKID is the institution code of Bank of India, IN stands for India, BB is the location code and ENI identifies the branch Ernakulam Nri.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.