SWIFT/BIC code AXISINBB866

AXISINBB866 belongs to Axis Bank Limited in Chennai (Madras), India.

AXISINBB866

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeAXISINBB866
8-character codeAXISINBB
Branch code866
BankAxis Bank Limited
BranchKodambakkam, Chennai(Tn
CityChennai (Madras)
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.
866 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 uses SWIFT code AXISINBB866?

The code AXISINBB866 belongs to Kodambakkam, Chennai(Tn, a unit of Axis Bank Limited in Chennai (Madras), India. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I enter AXISINBB866 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check AXISINBB866 against the details from Axis Bank Limited before you confirm.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Axis Bank Limited?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Indian Rupee with transfer services before you send.

Does Axis Bank Limited have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 513 SWIFT/BIC codes for Axis Bank Limited in India. You can see them all on the bank page.

What do I need to send money to an account at Axis Bank Limited?

Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code AXISINBB866, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. India uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.

Can I use AXISINBB instead of AXISINBB866?

AXISINBB points to the head office of Axis Bank Limited, while AXISINBB866 points to Kodambakkam, Chennai(Tn. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use AXISINBB866 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.