SWIFT/BIC code AXISINBB004
AXISINBB004 belongs to Axis Bank Limited in Mumbai, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | AXISINBB004 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | AXISINBB |
| Branch code | 004 |
| Bank | Axis Bank Limited |
| Branch | Fort Branch |
| City | Mumbai |
| 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.
- 004 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 SWIFT/BIC code AXISINBB004?
AXISINBB004 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Fort Branch, a branch or department of Axis Bank Limited in Mumbai, India. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use AXISINBB004 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check AXISINBB004 with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does it take to send money to Axis Bank Limited?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What do I need to send money to an account at Axis Bank Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code AXISINBB004, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. India is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
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. Compare the amount that arrives in Indian Rupee with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Has Axis Bank Limited got other 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.