SWIFT/BIC code AXISINBB506
AXISINBB506 belongs to Axis Bank Limited in Mirzapur, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | AXISINBB506 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | AXISINBB |
| Branch code | 506 |
| Bank | Axis Bank Limited |
| Branch | Mirzapur Branch |
| City | Mirzapur |
| Country | India |
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.
- 506 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 AXISINBB506?
AXISINBB506 identifies Mirzapur Branch, a unit of Axis Bank Limited in Mirzapur, India. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Axis Bank Limited?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Indian Rupee with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use AXISINBB506 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check AXISINBB506 against the details from Axis Bank Limited before sending.
Can I use AXISINBB instead of AXISINBB506?
AXISINBB points to the head office of Axis Bank Limited, while AXISINBB506 is Mirzapur Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention AXISINBB506.
What do the letters in AXISINBB506 stand for?
AXIS is the bank code of Axis Bank Limited, IN is the ISO code of India, BB is the code for the city or region and 506 is the code of the department Mirzapur Branch.
How long does a transfer to Axis Bank Limited take in India?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.