SWIFT/BIC code AXISINBB654
AXISINBB654 belongs to Axis Bank Limited in Mumbai, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | AXISINBB654 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | AXISINBB |
| Branch code | 654 |
| Bank | Axis Bank Limited |
| Branch | Sion, Mumbai (Mh) : 654 |
| City | Mumbai |
| Country | India |
The way the Axis Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 654 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 uses BIC AXISINBB654?
AXISINBB654 identifies Sion, Mumbai (Mh) : 654, a unit of Axis Bank Limited in Mumbai, India. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Axis Bank Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code AXISINBB654, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. India uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
How long does a transfer to Axis Bank Limited take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What happens if I enter AXISINBB654 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check AXISINBB654 against the details from Axis Bank Limited before you confirm.
What do the letters in AXISINBB654 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 654 identifies the department Sion, Mumbai (Mh) : 654.
Can I use AXISINBB instead of AXISINBB654?
AXISINBB is the main office of Axis Bank Limited, while AXISINBB654 is Sion, Mumbai (Mh) : 654. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use AXISINBB654 if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.