SWIFT/BIC code BKIDINBBLCK
BKIDINBBLCK belongs to Bank of India in Lucknow, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKIDINBBLCK |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKIDINBB |
| Branch code | LCK |
| Bank | Bank of India |
| Branch | Lucknow Branch |
| City | Lucknow |
| 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.
- LCK 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 is behind SWIFT code BKIDINBBLCK?
BKIDINBBLCK identifies Lucknow Branch, part of Bank of India in Lucknow, India. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Does Bank of India have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 222 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of India in India. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of India.
Can I use BKIDINBB instead of BKIDINBBLCK?
BKIDINBB is the head office of Bank of India, while BKIDINBBLCK points to Lucknow Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use BKIDINBBLCK if the recipient asks for it.
What do the letters in BKIDINBBLCK stand for?
BKID is the institution code of Bank of India, IN stands for India, BB is the code for the city or region and LCK is the code of the branch Lucknow Branch.
What happens if I enter BKIDINBBLCK incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BKIDINBBLCK with the recipient before sending.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of India?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.