SWIFT/BIC code BKIDINBBTGN
BKIDINBBTGN belongs to Bank of India in Chennai (Madras), India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKIDINBBTGN |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKIDINBB |
| Branch code | TGN |
| Bank | Bank of India |
| Branch | Theagaroyanagar |
| City | Chennai (Madras) |
| 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.
- TGN 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 uses BIC BKIDINBBTGN?
BKIDINBBTGN is the SWIFT/BIC code of Theagaroyanagar, part of Bank of India in Chennai (Madras), India. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Bank of India take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of India?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BKIDINBBTGN, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. India is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Does Bank of India have 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.
Can I use BKIDINBB instead of BKIDINBBTGN?
BKIDINBB points to the head office of Bank of India, while BKIDINBBTGN is Theagaroyanagar. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use BKIDINBBTGN if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of India in India?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Indian Rupee with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.