SWIFT/BIC code AXISINBB285
AXISINBB285 belongs to Axis Bank Limited in Chennai (Madras), India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | AXISINBB285 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | AXISINBB |
| Branch code | 285 |
| Bank | Axis Bank Limited |
| Branch | Ashok Nagar, Chennai Tn |
| City | Chennai (Madras) |
| Country | India |
How 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.
- 285 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 SWIFT/BIC code AXISINBB285?
The code AXISINBB285 belongs to Ashok Nagar, Chennai Tn, a branch or department of Axis Bank Limited in Chennai (Madras), India. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter AXISINBB285 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check AXISINBB285 with the recipient before sending.
What do the letters in AXISINBB285 stand for?
AXIS is the bank code of Axis Bank Limited, IN stands for India, BB is the location code and 285 is the code of the department Ashok Nagar, Chennai Tn.
How long does a transfer to Axis Bank Limited take in India?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Axis Bank Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code AXISINBB285, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. India uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Has Axis Bank Limited got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 513 SWIFT/BIC codes for Axis Bank Limited in India. All of them are listed on the page of Axis Bank Limited.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.