SWIFT/BIC code BKIDINBBPLB
BKIDINBBPLB belongs to Bank of India in Pune, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKIDINBBPLB |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKIDINBB |
| Branch code | PLB |
| Bank | Bank of India |
| Branch | — |
| City | Pune |
| Country | India |
The way the Bank of India SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- PLB 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 uses BIC BKIDINBBPLB?
The code BKIDINBBPLB belongs to Bank of India, part of Bank of India in Pune, India. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Bank of India?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BKIDINBBPLB, 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.
Can I use BKIDINBB instead of BKIDINBBPLB?
BKIDINBB is the head office of Bank of India, while BKIDINBBPLB is Bank of India. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use BKIDINBBPLB if the recipient asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Bank of India take in India?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of India in India?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Indian Rupee with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Has Bank of India got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 222 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of India in India. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of India.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.