SWIFT/BIC code BKIDINBBKLB
BKIDINBBKLB belongs to Bank of India in New Delhi, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKIDINBBKLB |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKIDINBB |
| Branch code | KLB |
| Bank | Bank of India |
| Branch | Karol Bagh Branch |
| City | New Delhi |
| Country | India |
How 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.
- KLB 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 BKIDINBBKLB?
BKIDINBBKLB is the SWIFT/BIC code of Karol Bagh Branch, a branch or department of Bank of India in New Delhi, India. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in BKIDINBBKLB stand for?
BKID is the institution code of Bank of India, IN stands for India, BB is the location code and KLB is the code of the branch Karol Bagh Branch.
What is the best 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 what you receive in Indian Rupee with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of India?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Can I use BKIDINBB instead of BKIDINBBKLB?
BKIDINBB is the head office of Bank of India, while BKIDINBBKLB points to Karol Bagh Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use BKIDINBBKLB if the recipient asks for it.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of India?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BKIDINBBKLB, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. India uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.