SWIFT/BIC code BKIDINBBSPZ
BKIDINBBSPZ belongs to Bank of India in Mumbai, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKIDINBBSPZ |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKIDINBB |
| Branch code | SPZ |
| Bank | Bank of India |
| Branch | Seepz Branch |
| City | Mumbai |
| Country | India |
How 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.
- SPZ 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 is behind SWIFT code BKIDINBBSPZ?
BKIDINBBSPZ identifies Seepz Branch, part of Bank of India in Mumbai, India. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of India?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Indian Rupee with specialist providers before you send.
What does each part of BKIDINBBSPZ stand for?
BKID is the bank code of Bank of India, IN is the ISO code of India, BB is the code for the city or region and SPZ identifies the branch Seepz Branch.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of India?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of India?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BKIDINBBSPZ, 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 BKIDINBBSPZ?
BKIDINBB points to the head office of Bank of India, while BKIDINBBSPZ is Seepz Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use BKIDINBBSPZ 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.