SWIFT/BIC code BKIDINBBPNJ
BKIDINBBPNJ belongs to Bank of India in Goa, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKIDINBBPNJ |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKIDINBB |
| Branch code | PNJ |
| Bank | Bank of India |
| Branch | Panaji |
| City | Goa |
| 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.
- PNJ 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 uses BIC BKIDINBBPNJ?
BKIDINBBPNJ identifies Panaji, part of Bank of India in Goa, India. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in BKIDINBBPNJ stand for?
BKID is the institution code of Bank of India, IN is the ISO code of India, BB is the location code and PNJ is the code of the branch Panaji.
Has Bank of India got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 222 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of India in India, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use BKIDINBB instead of BKIDINBBPNJ?
BKIDINBB is the main office of Bank of India, while BKIDINBBPNJ is Panaji. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use BKIDINBBPNJ if the recipient asks for it.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of India?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BKIDINBBPNJ, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. India is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
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. Compare what you receive 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.