SWIFT/BIC code UTIBINB1218
UTIBINB1218 belongs to Axis Bank LTD(Formerly Uti Bank LTD) in Kollam, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UTIBINB1218 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UTIBINB1 |
| Branch code | 218 |
| Bank | Axis Bank LTD(Formerly Uti Bank LTD) |
| Branch | — |
| City | Kollam |
| Country | India |
How the Axis Bank LTD(Formerly Uti Bank LTD) SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- UTIB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- IN Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- B1 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 218 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 is behind BIC UTIBINB1218?
UTIBINB1218 identifies Axis Bank LTD(Formerly Uti Bank LTD), part of Axis Bank LTD(Formerly Uti Bank LTD) in Kollam, India. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Does Axis Bank LTD(Formerly Uti Bank LTD) have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 77 SWIFT/BIC codes for Axis Bank LTD(Formerly Uti Bank LTD) in India. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use UTIBINB1 instead of UTIBINB1218?
UTIBINB1 is the head office of Axis Bank LTD(Formerly Uti Bank LTD), while UTIBINB1218 is Axis Bank LTD(Formerly Uti Bank LTD). For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention UTIBINB1218.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Axis Bank LTD(Formerly Uti Bank LTD)?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code UTIBINB1218, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. India uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What happens if I enter UTIBINB1218 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check UTIBINB1218 against the details from Axis Bank LTD(Formerly Uti Bank LTD) before sending.
How long does a transfer to Axis Bank LTD(Formerly Uti Bank LTD) take in India?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.