SWIFT/BIC code CMSYSYDAXXX
CMSYSYDAXXX belongs to Commercial Bank of Syria in Damascus, Syria.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CMSYSYDAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CMSYSYDA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Commercial Bank of Syria |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Damascus |
| Country | Syria |
The way the Commercial Bank of Syria SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- XXX 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 BIC CMSYSYDAXXX?
CMSYSYDAXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Commercial Bank of Syria in Damascus, Syria. Use it when you send money to an account at Commercial Bank of Syria.
What do I need to send money to an account at Commercial Bank of Syria?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code CMSYSYDAXXX, 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 does each part of CMSYSYDAXXX 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 XXX marks the head office.
What happens if I enter CMSYSYDAXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check CMSYSYDAXXX against the details from Commercial Bank of Syria before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to Commercial Bank of Syria take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Is CMSYSYDA and CMSYSYDAXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. CMSYSYDA is the 8-character version of CMSYSYDAXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both will reach Commercial Bank of Syria in Damascus.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.