SWIFT/BIC code AXISINBB170
AXISINBB170 belongs to Axis Bank Limited in Salem, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | AXISINBB170 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | AXISINBB |
| Branch code | 170 |
| Bank | Axis Bank Limited |
| Branch | Salem |
| City | Salem |
| 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.
- 170 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/BIC code AXISINBB170?
The code AXISINBB170 belongs to Salem, part of Axis Bank Limited in Salem, India. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use AXISINBB instead of AXISINBB170?
AXISINBB points to the head office of Axis Bank Limited, while AXISINBB170 is Salem. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention AXISINBB170.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Axis Bank Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code AXISINBB170, 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 happens if I use AXISINBB170 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check AXISINBB170 against the details from Axis Bank Limited before you confirm.
Does Axis Bank Limited have 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.
How long does a transfer to Axis Bank Limited take in India?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.