SWIFT/BIC code BKIDINBBLDH
BKIDINBBLDH belongs to Bank of India in Ludhiana, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKIDINBBLDH |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKIDINBB |
| Branch code | LDH |
| Bank | Bank of India |
| Branch | Model Town Branch |
| City | Ludhiana |
| 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.
- LDH 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 bank uses SWIFT/BIC code BKIDINBBLDH?
BKIDINBBLDH identifies Model Town Branch, part of Bank of India in Ludhiana, India. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use BKIDINBBLDH incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BKIDINBBLDH with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the best 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.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Bank of India?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BKIDINBBLDH, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. India uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
How long does a transfer to Bank of India take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What does each part of BKIDINBBLDH mean?
BKID is the institution code of Bank of India, IN stands for India, BB is the code for the city or region and LDH is the code of the branch Model Town Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.