SWIFT/BIC code BKIDINBBMGL
BKIDINBBMGL belongs to Bank of India in Mangalore, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKIDINBBMGL |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKIDINBB |
| Branch code | MGL |
| Bank | Bank of India |
| Branch | Mangalore |
| City | Mangalore |
| Country | India |
The way the Bank of India SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- MGL 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 BKIDINBBMGL?
The code BKIDINBBMGL belongs to Mangalore, a unit of Bank of India in Mangalore, India. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of India?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Indian Rupee with specialist providers before you send.
What happens if I enter BKIDINBBMGL incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BKIDINBBMGL with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use BKIDINBB instead of BKIDINBBMGL?
BKIDINBB points to the head office of Bank of India, while BKIDINBBMGL is Mangalore. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use BKIDINBBMGL if the recipient asks for it.
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. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What do the letters in BKIDINBBMGL stand for?
BKID is the bank code of Bank of India, IN stands for India, BB is the code for the city or region and MGL identifies the department Mangalore.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.