SWIFT/BIC code AXABDE31XXX

AXABDE31XXX belongs to Axa Bank AG in Koeln, Germany.

AXABDE31XXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeAXABDE31XXX
8-character codeAXABDE31
Branch codeXXX
BankAxa Bank AG
BranchHead office
CityKoeln
CountryGermany

The way the Axa Bank AG SWIFT/BIC works

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

AXAB Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
DE Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
31 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 is behind SWIFT code AXABDE31XXX?

AXABDE31XXX identifies the main office of Axa Bank AG in Koeln, Germany. Use it when a payment to Axa Bank AG does not need a specific branch.

What is the best way to send money to Axa Bank AG in Germany?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

What do the letters in AXABDE31XXX stand for?

AXAB is the institution code of Axa Bank AG, DE stands for Germany, 31 is the location code and XXX marks the main office.

What happens if I use AXABDE31XXX with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check AXABDE31XXX against the details from Axa Bank AG before you confirm.

Does Axa Bank AG have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Axa Bank AG in Germany, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Axa Bank AG.

How long does it take to send money to Axa Bank AG in Germany?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.