SWIFT/BIC code AXISCNSHXXX

AXISCNSHXXX belongs to Axis Bank Limited Shanghai Branch in Shanghai, China.

AXISCNSHXXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeAXISCNSHXXX
8-character codeAXISCNSH
Branch codeXXX
BankAxis Bank Limited Shanghai Branch
BranchHead office
CityShanghai
CountryChina

How the Axis Bank Limited Shanghai Branch SWIFT/BIC works

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

AXIS Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
CN Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
SH 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 bank uses SWIFT code AXISCNSHXXX?

The code AXISCNSHXXX belongs to the headquarters of Axis Bank Limited Shanghai Branch in Shanghai, China. Use it when a payment to Axis Bank Limited Shanghai Branch does not need a specific branch.

What happens if I enter AXISCNSHXXX with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check AXISCNSHXXX with the recipient before you confirm.

Does Axis Bank Limited Shanghai Branch use a single SWIFT/BIC code?

Yes, AXISCNSHXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Axis Bank Limited Shanghai Branch in China, so there is no branch code to choose.

How long does a transfer to Axis Bank Limited Shanghai Branch take in China?

An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.

Are AXISCNSH and AXISCNSHXXX the same SWIFT code?

Yes. AXISCNSH is the 8-character version of AXISCNSHXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both will reach Axis Bank Limited Shanghai Branch in Shanghai.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Axis Bank Limited Shanghai Branch?

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Chinese Yuan with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

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