SWIFT/BIC code BKIDINBBXXX
BKIDINBBXXX belongs to Bank of India in Mumbai, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKIDINBBXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKIDINBB |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank of India |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Mumbai |
| 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.
- XXX 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 institution uses SWIFT code BKIDINBBXXX?
BKIDINBBXXX identifies the head office of Bank of India in Mumbai, India. It is the code to use when a payment to Bank of India does not need a specific branch.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Bank of India?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BKIDINBBXXX, 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 do the letters in BKIDINBBXXX 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 XXX marks the head office.
How long does a transfer to Bank of India take in India?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of India in India?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Indian Rupee with transfer services before you send.
Is BKIDINBB and BKIDINBBXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. BKIDINBB is the short version of BKIDINBBXXX. XXX simply means head office, so both will reach Bank of India in Mumbai.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.