SWIFT/BIC code AXISINBB173
AXISINBB173 belongs to Axis Bank Limited in Mumbai, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | AXISINBB173 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | AXISINBB |
| Branch code | 173 |
| Bank | Axis Bank Limited |
| Branch | Nariman Point Branch |
| City | Mumbai |
| 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.
- 173 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code AXISINBB173?
AXISINBB173 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Nariman Point Branch, part of Axis Bank Limited in Mumbai, India. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Axis Bank Limited take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Axis Bank Limited?
Many banks 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.
Can I use AXISINBB instead of AXISINBB173?
AXISINBB points to the head office of Axis Bank Limited, while AXISINBB173 is Nariman Point Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention AXISINBB173.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Axis Bank Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code AXISINBB173, 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.
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. All of them are listed on the page of Axis Bank Limited.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.