SWIFT/BIC code AXISINBB557
AXISINBB557 belongs to Axis Bank Limited in Visakhapatnam, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | AXISINBB557 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | AXISINBB |
| Branch code | 557 |
| Bank | Axis Bank Limited |
| Branch | Mvp Colony, Visakhapatnam (Ap |
| City | Visakhapatnam |
| 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.
- 557 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 is behind BIC AXISINBB557?
AXISINBB557 identifies Mvp Colony, Visakhapatnam (Ap, a unit of Axis Bank Limited in Visakhapatnam, India. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does Axis Bank Limited have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 513 SWIFT/BIC codes for Axis Bank Limited in India, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Axis Bank Limited.
What do I need to send money to an account at Axis Bank Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code AXISINBB557, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. India is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Can I use AXISINBB instead of AXISINBB557?
AXISINBB points to the head office of Axis Bank Limited, while AXISINBB557 points to Mvp Colony, Visakhapatnam (Ap. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use AXISINBB557 if the recipient asks for it.
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. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What happens if I enter AXISINBB557 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check AXISINBB557 against the details from Axis Bank Limited before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.