SWIFT/BIC code AXISINBB016
AXISINBB016 belongs to Axis Bank Limited in Chennai (Madras), India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | AXISINBB016 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | AXISINBB |
| Branch code | 016 |
| Bank | Axis Bank Limited |
| Branch | Anna Nagar |
| City | Chennai (Madras) |
| Country | India |
The way the Axis Bank Limited 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.
- IN Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- BB Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 016 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 is behind SWIFT code AXISINBB016?
AXISINBB016 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Anna Nagar, a branch or department of Axis Bank Limited in Chennai (Madras), India. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Axis Bank Limited?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What do I need to send money to an account at Axis Bank Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code AXISINBB016, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. India is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Has Axis Bank Limited got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 513 SWIFT/BIC codes for Axis Bank Limited in India, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Axis Bank Limited in India?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Indian Rupee with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in AXISINBB016 stand for?
AXIS is the institution code of Axis Bank Limited, IN stands for India, BB is the code for the city or region and 016 identifies the branch Anna Nagar.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.