SWIFT/BIC code AXISINBB205
AXISINBB205 belongs to Axis Bank Limited in Bareilly, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | AXISINBB205 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | AXISINBB |
| Branch code | 205 |
| Bank | Axis Bank Limited |
| Branch | Bareilly |
| City | Bareilly |
| 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.
- 205 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 AXISINBB205?
AXISINBB205 identifies Bareilly, a unit of Axis Bank Limited in Bareilly, India. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Axis Bank Limited take in India?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What is the best way to send money to Axis Bank Limited?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Indian Rupee with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I enter AXISINBB205 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check AXISINBB205 with the recipient before you confirm.
What do the letters in AXISINBB205 stand for?
AXIS is the bank code of Axis Bank Limited, IN stands for India, BB is the code for the city or region and 205 identifies the branch Bareilly.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Axis Bank Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code AXISINBB205, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. India is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.