SWIFT/BIC code CMSYSYDAHA2
CMSYSYDAHA2 belongs to Commercial Bank of Syria in Hama, Syria.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CMSYSYDAHA2 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CMSYSYDA |
| Branch code | HA2 |
| Bank | Commercial Bank of Syria |
| Branch | Hama Branch Nr.2 |
| City | Hama |
| 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.
- HA2 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/BIC code CMSYSYDAHA2?
The code CMSYSYDAHA2 belongs to Hama Branch Nr.2, a unit of Commercial Bank of Syria in Hama, Syria. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in CMSYSYDAHA2 stand for?
CMSY is the institution code of Commercial Bank of Syria, SY stands for Syria, DA is the location code and HA2 is the code of the branch Hama Branch Nr.2.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Commercial Bank of Syria?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code CMSYSYDAHA2, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Syria is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What happens if I use CMSYSYDAHA2 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check CMSYSYDAHA2 against the details from Commercial Bank of Syria before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to Commercial Bank of Syria take in Syria?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Can I use CMSYSYDA instead of CMSYSYDAHA2?
CMSYSYDA points to the head office of Commercial Bank of Syria, while CMSYSYDAHA2 is Hama Branch Nr.2. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CMSYSYDAHA2.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.