SWIFT/BIC code BKIDINBBMOS
BKIDINBBMOS belongs to Bank of India in Chennai (Madras), India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKIDINBBMOS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKIDINBB |
| Branch code | MOS |
| Bank | Bank of India |
| Branch | Overseas Branch |
| City | Chennai (Madras) |
| Country | India |
The way 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.
- MOS 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 uses SWIFT code BKIDINBBMOS?
BKIDINBBMOS is the SWIFT/BIC code of Overseas Branch, part of Bank of India in Chennai (Madras), India. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Bank of India?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BKIDINBBMOS, 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 is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of India in India?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Indian Rupee with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of India in India?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What happens if I enter BKIDINBBMOS with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BKIDINBBMOS against the details from Bank of India before sending.
What does each part of BKIDINBBMOS stand for?
BKID is the institution code of Bank of India, IN is the ISO code of India, BB is the location code and MOS identifies the department Overseas Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.