SWIFT/BIC code CMSYSYDAD16
CMSYSYDAD16 belongs to Commercial Bank of Syria in Damascus, Syria.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CMSYSYDAD16 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CMSYSYDA |
| Branch code | D16 |
| Bank | Commercial Bank of Syria |
| Branch | Damascus 16 Branch |
| City | Damascus |
| Country | Syria |
How the Commercial Bank of Syria SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CMSY 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.
- D16 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 CMSYSYDAD16?
CMSYSYDAD16 identifies Damascus 16 Branch, a unit of Commercial Bank of Syria in Damascus, Syria. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Commercial Bank of Syria take in Syria?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Does Commercial Bank of Syria have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 69 SWIFT/BIC codes for Commercial Bank of Syria in Syria. You can see them all on the bank page.
What do I need to send money to an account at Commercial Bank of Syria?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code CMSYSYDAD16, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Syria is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What happens if I enter CMSYSYDAD16 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check CMSYSYDAD16 against the details from Commercial Bank of Syria before you confirm.
Can I use CMSYSYDA instead of CMSYSYDAD16?
CMSYSYDA is the head office of Commercial Bank of Syria, while CMSYSYDAD16 points to Damascus 16 Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use CMSYSYDAD16 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.