SWIFT/BIC code BKIDINBBMHM
BKIDINBBMHM belongs to Bank of India in Mumbai, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKIDINBBMHM |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKIDINBB |
| Branch code | MHM |
| Bank | Bank of India |
| Branch | Mahim |
| City | Mumbai |
| Country | India |
The way 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.
- MHM 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 BKIDINBBMHM?
BKIDINBBMHM is the SWIFT/BIC code of Mahim, a branch or department of Bank of India in Mumbai, India. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of India?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
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 transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of India?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BKIDINBBMHM, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. India is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Can I use BKIDINBB instead of BKIDINBBMHM?
BKIDINBB points to the head office of Bank of India, while BKIDINBBMHM is Mahim. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BKIDINBBMHM.
What does each part of BKIDINBBMHM mean?
BKID is the institution code of Bank of India, IN is the ISO code of India, BB is the code for the city or region and MHM identifies the branch Mahim.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.