SWIFT/BIC code AXISINBB191
AXISINBB191 belongs to Axis Bank Limited in Kolkata (Calcutta), India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | AXISINBB191 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | AXISINBB |
| Branch code | 191 |
| Bank | Axis Bank Limited |
| Branch | Laketown |
| City | Kolkata (Calcutta) |
| Country | India |
How 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.
- 191 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 AXISINBB191?
The code AXISINBB191 belongs to Laketown, a unit of Axis Bank Limited in Kolkata (Calcutta), India. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Axis Bank Limited take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What does each part of AXISINBB191 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 191 is the code of the branch Laketown.
What do I need to send money to an account at Axis Bank Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code AXISINBB191, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. India is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What happens if I use AXISINBB191 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check AXISINBB191 with the recipient before sending.
Can I use AXISINBB instead of AXISINBB191?
AXISINBB points to the main office of Axis Bank Limited, while AXISINBB191 points to Laketown. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use AXISINBB191 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.