SWIFT/BIC code AXISINBB277
AXISINBB277 belongs to Axis Bank Limited in Kolkata (Calcutta), India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | AXISINBB277 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | AXISINBB |
| Branch code | 277 |
| Bank | Axis Bank Limited |
| Branch | Burrabazar |
| City | Kolkata (Calcutta) |
| Country | India |
The way the Axis Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 277 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 is behind BIC AXISINBB277?
AXISINBB277 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Burrabazar, part of Axis Bank Limited in Kolkata (Calcutta), India. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Axis Bank Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code AXISINBB277, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. India is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
How long does a transfer to Axis Bank Limited take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Axis Bank Limited in India?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Indian Rupee with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Has Axis Bank Limited got 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.
What happens if I enter AXISINBB277 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check AXISINBB277 against the details from Axis Bank Limited before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.