SWIFT/BIC code BKIDINBBGRM
BKIDINBBGRM belongs to Bank of India in Mumbai, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKIDINBBGRM |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKIDINBB |
| Branch code | GRM |
| Bank | Bank of India |
| Branch | Girgaum |
| 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.
- GRM 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code BKIDINBBGRM?
BKIDINBBGRM is the SWIFT/BIC code of Girgaum, part of Bank of India in Mumbai, India. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter BKIDINBBGRM incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BKIDINBBGRM with the recipient before sending.
What is the cheapest 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 the amount that arrives in Indian Rupee with specialist providers before you send.
Can I use BKIDINBB instead of BKIDINBBGRM?
BKIDINBB points to the main office of Bank of India, while BKIDINBBGRM points to Girgaum. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BKIDINBBGRM.
What do the letters in BKIDINBBGRM mean?
BKID is the institution code of Bank of India, IN stands for India, BB is the code for the city or region and GRM identifies the department Girgaum.
How long does a transfer to Bank of India take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.