SWIFT/BIC code CMSYSYDALFZ
CMSYSYDALFZ belongs to Commercial Bank of Syria in Latakia, Syria.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CMSYSYDALFZ |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CMSYSYDA |
| Branch code | LFZ |
| Bank | Commercial Bank of Syria |
| Branch | Latakia Free Zone Branch |
| City | Latakia |
| Country | Syria |
The way the Commercial Bank of Syria SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- LFZ 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code CMSYSYDALFZ?
CMSYSYDALFZ is the SWIFT/BIC code of Latakia Free Zone Branch, a branch or department of Commercial Bank of Syria in Latakia, Syria. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter CMSYSYDALFZ with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check CMSYSYDALFZ with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does it take to send money to Commercial Bank of Syria in Syria?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What do the letters in CMSYSYDALFZ mean?
CMSY is the bank code of Commercial Bank of Syria, SY is the ISO code of Syria, DA is the code for the city or region and LFZ identifies the department Latakia Free Zone Branch.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Commercial Bank of Syria?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code CMSYSYDALFZ, 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 is the cheapest way to send money to Commercial Bank of Syria in Syria?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Syria with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.