SWIFT/BIC code BKSIBDDH021
BKSIBDDH021 belongs to Basic Bank Limited in Dhaka, Bangladesh.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKSIBDDH021 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKSIBDDH |
| Branch code | 021 |
| Bank | Basic Bank Limited |
| Branch | Gulshan Branch |
| City | Dhaka |
| Country | Bangladesh |
The way the Basic Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 021 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 BKSIBDDH021?
BKSIBDDH021 identifies Gulshan Branch, part of Basic Bank Limited in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use BKSIBDDH instead of BKSIBDDH021?
BKSIBDDH is the head office of Basic Bank Limited, while BKSIBDDH021 is Gulshan Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use BKSIBDDH021 if the recipient asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Basic Bank Limited in Bangladesh?
Banks often 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.
Does Basic Bank Limited have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 17 SWIFT/BIC codes for Basic Bank Limited in Bangladesh, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I use BKSIBDDH021 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BKSIBDDH021 against the details from Basic Bank Limited before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to Basic Bank Limited take in Bangladesh?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of 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.