SWIFT/BIC code BKIDINBBMWM
BKIDINBBMWM belongs to Bank of India in Bangalore, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKIDINBBMWM |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKIDINBB |
| Branch code | MWM |
| Bank | Bank of India |
| Branch | Malleswaram |
| City | Bangalore |
| 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.
- MWM 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 BIC BKIDINBBMWM?
BKIDINBBMWM identifies Malleswaram, part of Bank of India in Bangalore, India. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Bank of India take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What happens if I enter BKIDINBBMWM incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BKIDINBBMWM against the details from Bank of India before sending.
What do I need to send money to an account at Bank of India?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BKIDINBBMWM, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. India is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What do the letters in BKIDINBBMWM 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 MWM identifies the department Malleswaram.
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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.