SWIFT/BIC code AXISINBBA18
AXISINBBA18 belongs to Axis Bank Limited in Kannur, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | AXISINBBA18 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | AXISINBB |
| Branch code | A18 |
| Bank | Axis Bank Limited |
| Branch | Kannur-159 |
| City | Kannur |
| Country | India |
How 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.
- A18 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
What bank is behind BIC AXISINBBA18?
AXISINBBA18 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Kannur-159, part of Axis Bank Limited in Kannur, India. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter AXISINBBA18 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check AXISINBBA18 against the details from Axis Bank Limited before you confirm.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Axis Bank Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code AXISINBBA18, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. India uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
How long does it take to send money to Axis Bank Limited?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Does Axis Bank Limited have 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.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Axis Bank Limited in India?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Indian Rupee with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.