SWIFT/BIC code BKIDINBBPRS

BKIDINBBPRS belongs to Bank of India in Mumbai, India.

BKIDINBBPRS

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBKIDINBBPRS
8-character codeBKIDINBB
Branch codePRS
BankBank of India
BranchPrarthana Samaj
CityMumbai
CountryIndia

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.
PRS 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 SWIFT code BKIDINBBPRS?

The code BKIDINBBPRS belongs to Prarthana Samaj, a branch or department of Bank of India in Mumbai, India. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use BKIDINBB instead of BKIDINBBPRS?

BKIDINBB points to the head office of Bank of India, while BKIDINBBPRS is Prarthana Samaj. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BKIDINBBPRS.

What do I need to send money to an account at Bank of India?

Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BKIDINBBPRS, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. India is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.

Has Bank of India got other 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.

How long does a transfer to Bank of India take?

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 is the best way to send money to Bank of India?

Many banks 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.