SWIFT/BIC code AXISINBB206
AXISINBB206 belongs to Axis Bank Limited in Delhi, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | AXISINBB206 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | AXISINBB |
| Branch code | 206 |
| Bank | Axis Bank Limited |
| Branch | Malviya Nagar |
| City | Delhi |
| 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.
- 206 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 is behind BIC AXISINBB206?
AXISINBB206 identifies Malviya Nagar, part of Axis Bank Limited in Delhi, India. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Axis Bank Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code AXISINBB206, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. India uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
How long does a transfer to Axis Bank Limited take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What happens if I use AXISINBB206 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check AXISINBB206 against the details from Axis Bank Limited before sending.
What does each part of AXISINBB206 mean?
AXIS is the institution code of Axis Bank Limited, IN stands for India, BB is the code for the city or region and 206 is the code of the branch Malviya Nagar.
Can I use AXISINBB instead of AXISINBB206?
AXISINBB points to the main office of Axis Bank Limited, while AXISINBB206 is Malviya Nagar. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use AXISINBB206 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.