SWIFT/BIC code CMSYSYDADA5
CMSYSYDADA5 belongs to Commercial Bank of Syria in Damascus, Syria.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CMSYSYDADA5 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CMSYSYDA |
| Branch code | DA5 |
| Bank | Commercial Bank of Syria |
| Branch | Damascus 5 Branch |
| City | Damascus |
| Country | Syria |
The way 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.
- DA5 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 branch uses BIC CMSYSYDADA5?
CMSYSYDADA5 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Damascus 5 Branch, a branch or department of Commercial Bank of Syria in Damascus, Syria. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Commercial Bank of Syria?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code CMSYSYDADA5, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Syria uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
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 and cheaper.
Can I use CMSYSYDA instead of CMSYSYDADA5?
CMSYSYDA points to the main office of Commercial Bank of Syria, while CMSYSYDADA5 points to Damascus 5 Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CMSYSYDADA5.
What is the best way to send money to Commercial Bank of Syria?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Syria with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in CMSYSYDADA5 stand for?
CMSY is the bank code of Commercial Bank of Syria, SY stands for Syria, DA is the location code and DA5 identifies the branch Damascus 5 Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.