SWIFT/BIC code KKBKINBBCUS
KKBKINBBCUS belongs to Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited in Mumbai, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | KKBKINBBCUS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | KKBKINBB |
| Branch code | CUS |
| Bank | Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited |
| Branch | Custody Operation |
| City | Mumbai |
| Country | India |
The way the Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- CUS 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/BIC code KKBKINBBCUS?
The code KKBKINBBCUS belongs to Custody Operation, part of Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited in Mumbai, India. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in KKBKINBBCUS stand for?
KKBK is the institution code of Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited, IN is the ISO code of India, BB is the code for the city or region and CUS identifies the branch Custody Operation.
What do I need to send money to an account at Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code KKBKINBBCUS, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. India is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Can I use KKBKINBB instead of KKBKINBBCUS?
KKBKINBB points to the main office of Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited, while KKBKINBBCUS points to Custody Operation. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention KKBKINBBCUS.
How long does a transfer to Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited take in India?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Indian Rupee with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.