SWIFT/BIC code AXISINBB427

AXISINBB427 belongs to Axis Bank Limited in Hyderabad, India.

AXISINBB427

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeAXISINBB427
8-character codeAXISINBB
Branch code427
BankAxis Bank Limited
BranchDr AS Rao Nagar, Hyderabad
CityHyderabad
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.
427 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 branch uses SWIFT code AXISINBB427?

AXISINBB427 identifies Dr AS Rao Nagar, Hyderabad, a branch or department of Axis Bank Limited in Hyderabad, India. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use AXISINBB instead of AXISINBB427?

AXISINBB points to the head office of Axis Bank Limited, while AXISINBB427 is Dr AS Rao Nagar, Hyderabad. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention AXISINBB427.

What do the letters in AXISINBB427 mean?

AXIS is the institution code of Axis Bank Limited, IN stands for India, BB is the location code and 427 identifies the department Dr AS Rao Nagar, Hyderabad.

What is the cheapest 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 transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

Has Axis Bank Limited got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 513 SWIFT/BIC codes for Axis Bank Limited in India. All of them are listed on the page of Axis Bank Limited.

How long does it take to send money to Axis Bank Limited?

A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.

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