SWIFT/BIC code AXISINBB391

AXISINBB391 belongs to Axis Bank Limited in Howrah, India.

AXISINBB391

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeAXISINBB391
8-character codeAXISINBB
Branch code391
BankAxis Bank Limited
BranchPanchanantala, Howrah (Wb
CityHowrah
CountryIndia

The way 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.
391 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 code AXISINBB391?

AXISINBB391 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Panchanantala, Howrah (Wb, a unit of Axis Bank Limited in Howrah, India. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I use AXISINBB391 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check AXISINBB391 with the recipient before sending.

Does Axis Bank Limited have other 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.

What do the letters in AXISINBB391 mean?

AXIS is the institution code of Axis Bank Limited, IN stands for India, BB is the location code and 391 is the code of the department Panchanantala, Howrah (Wb.

Can I use AXISINBB instead of AXISINBB391?

AXISINBB points to the main office of Axis Bank Limited, while AXISINBB391 points to Panchanantala, Howrah (Wb. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use AXISINBB391 if the recipient asks for it.

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

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Indian Rupee with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.