SWIFT/BIC code AXISINBBA11
AXISINBBA11 belongs to Axis Bank Limited in Kolkata (Calcutta), India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | AXISINBBA11 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | AXISINBB |
| Branch code | A11 |
| Bank | Axis Bank Limited |
| Branch | Bbd Bagh-1138 Branch |
| City | Kolkata (Calcutta) |
| Country | India |
The way 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.
- A11 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 AXISINBBA11?
AXISINBBA11 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Bbd Bagh-1138 Branch, a unit of Axis Bank Limited in Kolkata (Calcutta), India. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in AXISINBBA11 mean?
AXIS is the institution code of Axis Bank Limited, IN is the ISO code of India, BB is the code for the city or region and A11 identifies the department Bbd Bagh-1138 Branch.
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 intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What do I need to send money to an account at Axis Bank Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code AXISINBBA11, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. India is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Can I use AXISINBB instead of AXISINBBA11?
AXISINBB points to the head office of Axis Bank Limited, while AXISINBBA11 points to Bbd Bagh-1138 Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention AXISINBBA11.
What happens if I enter AXISINBBA11 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check AXISINBBA11 against the details from Axis Bank Limited before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.