SWIFT/BIC code BKIDINBBMLD
BKIDINBBMLD belongs to Bank of India in Mumbai, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKIDINBBMLD |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKIDINBB |
| Branch code | MLD |
| Bank | Bank of India |
| Branch | Malad (West) Branch |
| City | Mumbai |
| 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.
- MLD 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 BIC BKIDINBBMLD?
BKIDINBBMLD is the SWIFT/BIC code of Malad (West) Branch, a unit of Bank of India in Mumbai, India. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of India?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BKIDINBBMLD, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. India is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What does each part of BKIDINBBMLD mean?
BKID is the bank code of Bank of India, IN stands for India, BB is the code for the city or region and MLD is the code of the branch Malad (West) Branch.
Can I use BKIDINBB instead of BKIDINBBMLD?
BKIDINBB points to the head office of Bank of India, while BKIDINBBMLD is Malad (West) Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BKIDINBBMLD.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of India in India?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of India?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Indian Rupee with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.