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SWIFT/BIC code AXISINBB211

AXISINBB211 belongs to Axis Bank Limited in Chennai (Madras), India.

AXISINBB211

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeAXISINBB211
8-character codeAXISINBB
Branch code211
BankAxis Bank Limited
BranchVirugambakkam
CityChennai (Madras)
CountryIndia

How the Axis Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured

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.
211 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 BIC AXISINBB211?

AXISINBB211 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Virugambakkam, part of Axis Bank Limited in Chennai (Madras), India. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What do the letters in AXISINBB211 stand for?

AXIS is the institution code of Axis Bank Limited, IN stands for India, BB is the location code and 211 is the code of the department Virugambakkam.

Can I use AXISINBB instead of AXISINBB211?

AXISINBB points to the head office of Axis Bank Limited, while AXISINBB211 is Virugambakkam. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use AXISINBB211 if the recipient asks for it.

What is the best way to send money to Axis Bank Limited?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Indian Rupee with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

What happens if I enter AXISINBB211 incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check AXISINBB211 against the details from Axis Bank Limited before you confirm.

What do I need to send money to an account at Axis Bank Limited?

Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code AXISINBB211, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. 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.