SWIFT/BIC code KKBKINBBBLR
KKBKINBBBLR belongs to Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited in Bangalore, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | KKBKINBBBLR |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | KKBKINBB |
| Branch code | BLR |
| Bank | Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited |
| Branch | Trade Finance Unit |
| City | Bangalore |
| Country | India |
How the Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- KKBK 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.
- BLR 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 branch uses SWIFT/BIC code KKBKINBBBLR?
KKBKINBBBLR is the SWIFT/BIC code of Trade Finance Unit, part of Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited in Bangalore, India. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in KKBKINBBBLR mean?
KKBK is the bank code of Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited, IN is the ISO code of India, BB is the code for the city or region and BLR is the code of the branch Trade Finance Unit.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code KKBKINBBBLR, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. India uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Can I use KKBKINBB instead of KKBKINBBBLR?
KKBKINBB points to the main office of Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited, while KKBKINBBBLR is Trade Finance Unit. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use KKBKINBBBLR if the recipient asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What happens if I use KKBKINBBBLR incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check KKBKINBBBLR against the details from Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.