SWIFT/BIC code BBSYSYDAXXX
BBSYSYDAXXX belongs to Al Baraka Bank Syria in Damascus, Syria.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BBSYSYDAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BBSYSYDA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Al Baraka Bank Syria |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Damascus |
| Country | Syria |
The way the Al Baraka Bank Syria SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BBSY Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- SY Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- DA Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX 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 SWIFT code BBSYSYDAXXX?
BBSYSYDAXXX identifies the head office of Al Baraka Bank Syria in Damascus, Syria. It is the code to use when a payment to Al Baraka Bank Syria does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I enter BBSYSYDAXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BBSYSYDAXXX against the details from Al Baraka Bank Syria before you confirm.
Are BBSYSYDA and BBSYSYDAXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. BBSYSYDA is the 8-character version of BBSYSYDAXXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to Al Baraka Bank Syria in Damascus.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Al Baraka Bank Syria?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Syria with transfer services before you send.
Does Al Baraka Bank Syria use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – BBSYSYDAXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Al Baraka Bank Syria in Syria, so there is no branch code to choose.
How long does it take to send money to Al Baraka Bank Syria?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist 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.