SWIFT/BIC code AXISINBB046
AXISINBB046 belongs to Axis Bank Limited in Thrissur, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | AXISINBB046 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | AXISINBB |
| Branch code | 046 |
| Bank | Axis Bank Limited |
| Branch | Thrissur Branch |
| City | Thrissur |
| Country | India |
How the Axis Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 046 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 is behind SWIFT code AXISINBB046?
The code AXISINBB046 belongs to Thrissur Branch, a branch or department of Axis Bank Limited in Thrissur, India. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Axis Bank Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code AXISINBB046, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. India uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What happens if I use AXISINBB046 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check AXISINBB046 against the details from Axis Bank Limited before you confirm.
What do the letters in AXISINBB046 mean?
AXIS is the institution code of Axis Bank Limited, IN stands for India, BB is the location code and 046 is the code of the department Thrissur Branch.
How long does a transfer to Axis Bank Limited take in India?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Can I use AXISINBB instead of AXISINBB046?
AXISINBB points to the head office of Axis Bank Limited, while AXISINBB046 points to Thrissur Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use AXISINBB046 if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.