SWIFT/BIC code AXISINBB084
AXISINBB084 belongs to Axis Bank Limited in Kolkata (Calcutta), India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | AXISINBB084 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | AXISINBB |
| Branch code | 084 |
| Bank | Axis Bank Limited |
| Branch | Shyambazar |
| City | Kolkata (Calcutta) |
| Country | India |
How 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.
- 084 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 BIC AXISINBB084?
The code AXISINBB084 belongs to Shyambazar, a unit of Axis Bank Limited in Kolkata (Calcutta), India. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Axis Bank Limited in India?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Indian Rupee with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use AXISINBB084 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check AXISINBB084 against the details from Axis Bank Limited before you confirm.
What does each part of AXISINBB084 mean?
AXIS is the institution code of Axis Bank Limited, IN is the ISO code of India, BB is the code for the city or region and 084 is the code of the branch Shyambazar.
Can I use AXISINBB instead of AXISINBB084?
AXISINBB points to the head office of Axis Bank Limited, while AXISINBB084 points to Shyambazar. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use AXISINBB084 if the recipient asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Axis Bank Limited take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.