SWIFT/BIC code AXISINBB133
AXISINBB133 belongs to Axis Bank Limited in Kanpur, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | AXISINBB133 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | AXISINBB |
| Branch code | 133 |
| Bank | Axis Bank Limited |
| Branch | Kanpur |
| City | Kanpur |
| 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.
- 133 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/BIC code AXISINBB133?
The code AXISINBB133 belongs to Kanpur, a unit of Axis Bank Limited in Kanpur, India. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
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 transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use AXISINBB133 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check AXISINBB133 with the recipient before you confirm.
Has Axis Bank Limited got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 513 SWIFT/BIC codes for Axis Bank Limited in India, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Axis Bank Limited.
How long does it take to send money to Axis Bank Limited in India?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What do the letters in AXISINBB133 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 133 is the code of the department Kanpur.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.