SWIFT/BIC code AXISINBB179
AXISINBB179 belongs to Axis Bank Limited in Amritsar, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | AXISINBB179 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | AXISINBB |
| Branch code | 179 |
| Bank | Axis Bank Limited |
| Branch | Amritsar Branch |
| City | Amritsar |
| 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.
- 179 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 AXISINBB179?
AXISINBB179 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Amritsar Branch, a unit of Axis Bank Limited in Amritsar, India. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of AXISINBB179 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 179 is the code of the branch Amritsar Branch.
Does Axis Bank Limited have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 513 SWIFT/BIC codes for Axis Bank Limited in India. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use AXISINBB instead of AXISINBB179?
AXISINBB points to the head office of Axis Bank Limited, while AXISINBB179 is Amritsar Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use AXISINBB179 if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Axis Bank Limited?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Indian Rupee with specialist providers before you send.
How long does a transfer to Axis Bank Limited take in India?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 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.