SWIFT/BIC code BKIDINBBVAR
BKIDINBBVAR belongs to Bank of India in Varanasi, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKIDINBBVAR |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKIDINBB |
| Branch code | VAR |
| Bank | Bank of India |
| Branch | Varanasi Main Branch |
| City | Varanasi |
| Country | India |
How 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.
- VAR 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 is behind BIC BKIDINBBVAR?
The code BKIDINBBVAR belongs to Varanasi Main Branch, part of Bank of India in Varanasi, India. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of BKIDINBBVAR 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 VAR identifies the department Varanasi Main Branch.
Has Bank of India got more 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.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of India in India?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Indian Rupee with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of India?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BKIDINBBVAR, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. India is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What happens if I use BKIDINBBVAR with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BKIDINBBVAR with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.