SWIFT/BIC code BKIDINBBQLN
BKIDINBBQLN belongs to Bank of India in Kollam, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKIDINBBQLN |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKIDINBB |
| Branch code | QLN |
| Bank | Bank of India |
| Branch | Quilon |
| City | Kollam |
| Country | India |
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.
- QLN 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/BIC code BKIDINBBQLN?
BKIDINBBQLN identifies Quilon, a branch or department of Bank of India in Kollam, India. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use BKIDINBBQLN with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BKIDINBBQLN with the recipient before you confirm.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of India?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BKIDINBBQLN, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. India uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Has Bank of India got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 222 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of India in India. You can see them all on the bank page.
How long does a transfer to Bank of India take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Can I use BKIDINBB instead of BKIDINBBQLN?
BKIDINBB points to the head office of Bank of India, while BKIDINBBQLN points to Quilon. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use BKIDINBBQLN if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.