SWIFT/BIC code BKSIBDDH004
BKSIBDDH004 belongs to Basic Bank Limited in Chittagong, Bangladesh.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKSIBDDH004 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKSIBDDH |
| Branch code | 004 |
| Bank | Basic Bank Limited |
| Branch | Khatungonj Branch |
| City | Chittagong |
| Country | Bangladesh |
How the Basic Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BKSI Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- BD Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- DH Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 004 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 BKSIBDDH004?
BKSIBDDH004 identifies Khatungonj Branch, a unit of Basic Bank Limited in Chittagong, Bangladesh. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use BKSIBDDH004 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BKSIBDDH004 against the details from Basic Bank Limited before you confirm.
What do the letters in BKSIBDDH004 mean?
BKSI is the institution code of Basic Bank Limited, BD is the ISO code of Bangladesh, DH is the location code and 004 identifies the branch Khatungonj Branch.
What is the best way to send money to Basic Bank Limited?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Bangladesh with transfer services before you send.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Basic Bank Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BKSIBDDH004, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Bangladesh is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
How long does it take to send money to Basic Bank Limited in Bangladesh?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist 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.