SWIFT/BIC code BKIDINBBRAA
BKIDINBBRAA belongs to Bank of India in Amritsar, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKIDINBBRAA |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKIDINBB |
| Branch code | RAA |
| Bank | Bank of India |
| Branch | Ranjit Avenue Amritsar |
| City | Amritsar |
| 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.
- RAA 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code BKIDINBBRAA?
BKIDINBBRAA identifies Ranjit Avenue Amritsar, part of Bank of India in Amritsar, India. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of India?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BKIDINBBRAA, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. India uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of India in India?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
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 what you receive in Indian Rupee with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in BKIDINBBRAA 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 RAA is the code of the department Ranjit Avenue Amritsar.
Has Bank of India got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 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.