SWIFT/BIC code AXISINBB181

AXISINBB181 belongs to Axis Bank Limited in Udupi, India.

AXISINBB181

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeAXISINBB181
8-character codeAXISINBB
Branch code181
BankAxis Bank Limited
BranchUdupi (Kt
CityUdupi
CountryIndia

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.
181 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 BIC AXISINBB181?

The code AXISINBB181 belongs to Udupi (Kt, a unit of Axis Bank Limited in Udupi, India. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use AXISINBB instead of AXISINBB181?

AXISINBB is the head office of Axis Bank Limited, while AXISINBB181 points to Udupi (Kt. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention AXISINBB181.

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. You can see them all on the bank page.

Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Axis Bank Limited?

Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code AXISINBB181, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. India is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.

What is the best way to send money to Axis Bank Limited in India?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Indian Rupee with specialist providers before you send.

How long does a transfer to Axis Bank Limited take?

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.

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