SWIFT/BIC code AXISINBB045
AXISINBB045 belongs to Axis Bank Limited in Kolkata (Calcutta), India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | AXISINBB045 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | AXISINBB |
| Branch code | 045 |
| Bank | Axis Bank Limited |
| Branch | Tollygunge, Kolkata (Wb |
| City | Kolkata (Calcutta) |
| 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.
- 045 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 branch uses SWIFT/BIC code AXISINBB045?
AXISINBB045 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Tollygunge, Kolkata (Wb, 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 AXISINBB045 mean?
AXIS is the bank code of Axis Bank Limited, IN is the ISO code of India, BB is the code for the city or region and 045 is the code of the branch Tollygunge, Kolkata (Wb.
What is the best way to send money to Axis Bank Limited?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Indian Rupee with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use AXISINBB045 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check AXISINBB045 against the details from Axis Bank Limited before you confirm.
How long does it take to send money to Axis Bank Limited in India?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What do I need to send money to an account at Axis Bank Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code AXISINBB045, 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.