SWIFT/BIC code AXISINBB076
AXISINBB076 belongs to Axis Bank Limited in Kakinada, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | AXISINBB076 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | AXISINBB |
| Branch code | 076 |
| Bank | Axis Bank Limited |
| Branch | Kakinada Branch |
| City | Kakinada |
| Country | India |
The way the Axis Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 076 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 code AXISINBB076?
AXISINBB076 identifies Kakinada Branch, a unit of Axis Bank Limited in Kakinada, India. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Axis Bank Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code AXISINBB076, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. India is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
How long does a transfer to Axis Bank Limited take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What do the letters in AXISINBB076 mean?
AXIS is the institution code of Axis Bank Limited, IN stands for India, BB is the location code and 076 is the code of the branch Kakinada Branch.
Can I use AXISINBB instead of AXISINBB076?
AXISINBB points to the main office of Axis Bank Limited, while AXISINBB076 is Kakinada Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention AXISINBB076.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Axis Bank Limited in India?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Indian Rupee with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.