SWIFT/BIC code AXISLKLXXXX
AXISLKLXXXX belongs to Axis Bank LTD. in Colombo, Sri Lanka.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | AXISLKLXXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | AXISLKLX |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Axis Bank LTD. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Colombo |
| Country | Sri Lanka |
How the Axis Bank LTD. 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.
- LK Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- LX Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX 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 code AXISLKLXXXX?
AXISLKLXXXX identifies the main office of Axis Bank LTD. in Colombo, Sri Lanka. Use it when you send money to an account at Axis Bank LTD..
What is the best way to send money to Axis Bank LTD. in Sri Lanka?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Sri Lanka with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does a transfer to Axis Bank LTD. take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What happens if I use AXISLKLXXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check AXISLKLXXXX against the details from Axis Bank LTD. before you confirm.
Is AXISLKLX and AXISLKLXXXX the same code?
Yes. AXISLKLX is the 8-character version of AXISLKLXXXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to Axis Bank LTD. in Colombo.
What do the letters in AXISLKLXXXX mean?
AXIS is the bank code of Axis Bank LTD., LK is the ISO code of Sri Lanka, LX is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.