SWIFT/BIC code BKIDINBBVAS
BKIDINBBVAS belongs to Bank of India in Vasco da-Gama, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKIDINBBVAS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKIDINBB |
| Branch code | VAS |
| Bank | Bank of India |
| Branch | Vasco-da-Gama |
| City | Vasco da-Gama |
| 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.
- VAS 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 code BKIDINBBVAS?
BKIDINBBVAS is the SWIFT/BIC code of Vasco-da-Gama, a branch or department of Bank of India in Vasco da-Gama, India. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Does Bank of India have 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.
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 specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Bank of India?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BKIDINBBVAS, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. India is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Can I use BKIDINBB instead of BKIDINBBVAS?
BKIDINBB is the main office of Bank of India, while BKIDINBBVAS points to Vasco-da-Gama. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use BKIDINBBVAS if the recipient asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Bank of India take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.