SWIFT/BIC code BKIDJPJTXXX
BKIDJPJTXXX belongs to Bank of India in Tokyo, Japan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKIDJPJTXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKIDJPJT |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank of India |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Tokyo |
| Country | Japan |
How 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.
- JP Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- JT 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 BIC BKIDJPJTXXX?
BKIDJPJTXXX identifies the main office of Bank of India in Tokyo, Japan. Use it when a payment to Bank of India does not need a specific branch.
Does Bank of India have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of India in Japan, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of India.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of India in Japan?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Japanese Yen with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of BKIDJPJTXXX mean?
BKID is the institution code of Bank of India, JP is the ISO code of Japan, JT is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Bank of India?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BKIDJPJTXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Japan is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
How long does a transfer to Bank of India take in Japan?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.