SWIFT/BIC code AXISINBB189
AXISINBB189 belongs to Axis Bank Limited in Chennai (Madras), India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | AXISINBB189 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | AXISINBB |
| Branch code | 189 |
| Bank | Axis Bank Limited |
| Branch | Purasalwakam |
| City | Chennai (Madras) |
| 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.
- 189 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
What bank uses SWIFT code AXISINBB189?
The code AXISINBB189 belongs to Purasalwakam, a unit of Axis Bank Limited in Chennai (Madras), India. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use AXISINBB189 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check AXISINBB189 against the details from Axis Bank Limited before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Axis Bank Limited?
Banks often add several percent 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 typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Has Axis Bank Limited got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 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.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Axis Bank Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code AXISINBB189, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. India is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.