SWIFT/BIC code AXISINBB848
AXISINBB848 belongs to Axis Bank Limited in Surat, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | AXISINBB848 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | AXISINBB |
| Branch code | 848 |
| Bank | Axis Bank Limited |
| Branch | Varachha Road |
| City | Surat |
| Country | India |
The way the Axis Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 848 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/BIC code AXISINBB848?
AXISINBB848 identifies Varachha Road, part of Axis Bank Limited in Surat, India. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of AXISINBB848 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 848 identifies the branch Varachha Road.
What happens if I use AXISINBB848 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check AXISINBB848 against the details from Axis Bank Limited before sending.
Can I use AXISINBB instead of AXISINBB848?
AXISINBB points to the main office of Axis Bank Limited, while AXISINBB848 is Varachha Road. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention AXISINBB848.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Axis Bank Limited?
Banks often add 1–3% 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.
How long does a transfer to Axis Bank Limited take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.