SWIFT/BIC code CMSYSYDAHA4
CMSYSYDAHA4 belongs to Commercial Bank of Syria in Hama, Syria.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CMSYSYDAHA4 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CMSYSYDA |
| Branch code | HA4 |
| Bank | Commercial Bank of Syria |
| Branch | — |
| 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.
- HA4 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 code CMSYSYDAHA4?
CMSYSYDAHA4 identifies Commercial Bank of Syria, a branch or department of Commercial Bank of Syria in Hama, Syria. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Commercial Bank of 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 – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in CMSYSYDAHA4 mean?
CMSY is the institution code of Commercial Bank of Syria, SY is the ISO code of Syria, DA is the code for the city or region and HA4 identifies the department Commercial Bank of Syria.
How long does a transfer to Commercial Bank of Syria take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Commercial Bank of Syria?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code CMSYSYDAHA4, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Syria uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Can I use CMSYSYDA instead of CMSYSYDAHA4?
CMSYSYDA points to the head office of Commercial Bank of Syria, while CMSYSYDAHA4 points to Commercial Bank of Syria. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CMSYSYDAHA4.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.