SWIFT/BIC code AXISINBB177
AXISINBB177 belongs to Axis Bank Limited in Meerut, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | AXISINBB177 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | AXISINBB |
| Branch code | 177 |
| Bank | Axis Bank Limited |
| Branch | Meerut |
| City | Meerut |
| Country | India |
How the Axis Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 177 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 BIC AXISINBB177?
The code AXISINBB177 belongs to Meerut, part of Axis Bank Limited in Meerut, India. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Axis Bank Limited?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Axis Bank Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code AXISINBB177, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. India uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What happens if I enter AXISINBB177 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check AXISINBB177 with the recipient before sending.
What does each part of AXISINBB177 stand for?
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 177 is the code of the department Meerut.
Can I use AXISINBB instead of AXISINBB177?
AXISINBB is the head office of Axis Bank Limited, while AXISINBB177 points to Meerut. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use AXISINBB177 if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.