SWIFT/BIC code BKIDINBBMPC
BKIDINBBMPC belongs to Bank of India in Goa, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKIDINBBMPC |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKIDINBB |
| Branch code | MPC |
| Bank | Bank of India |
| Branch | Mapuca Branch |
| City | Goa |
| 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.
- MPC 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 is behind SWIFT code BKIDINBBMPC?
BKIDINBBMPC identifies Mapuca Branch, a unit of Bank of India in Goa, India. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of India in India?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Indian Rupee with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use BKIDINBBMPC incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BKIDINBBMPC against the details from Bank of India before sending.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of India in India?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What does each part of BKIDINBBMPC stand for?
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 MPC is the code of the branch Mapuca Branch.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of India?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BKIDINBBMPC, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. India is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.