SWIFT/BIC code BKIDINBBVTV
BKIDINBBVTV belongs to Bank of India in Ahmedabad, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKIDINBBVTV |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKIDINBB |
| Branch code | VTV |
| Bank | Bank of India |
| Branch | Vatva Industrial Estate |
| City | Ahmedabad |
| Country | India |
The way 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.
- VTV 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 uses SWIFT code BKIDINBBVTV?
BKIDINBBVTV is the SWIFT/BIC code of Vatva Industrial Estate, part of Bank of India in Ahmedabad, India. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter BKIDINBBVTV with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BKIDINBBVTV against the details from Bank of India before sending.
What does each part of BKIDINBBVTV mean?
BKID is the institution code of Bank of India, IN stands for India, BB is the code for the city or region and VTV is the code of the department Vatva Industrial Estate.
How long does a transfer to Bank of India take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of India?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BKIDINBBVTV, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. India is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of India?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Indian Rupee with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.