SWIFT/BIC code SOIVBDDHSYL
SOIVBDDHSYL belongs to Social Islami Bank Limited in Sylhet, Bangladesh.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SOIVBDDHSYL |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SOIVBDDH |
| Branch code | SYL |
| Bank | Social Islami Bank Limited |
| Branch | Sylhet Branch |
| City | Sylhet |
| Country | Bangladesh |
The way the Social Islami Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SOIV Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- BD Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- DH Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- SYL 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
What bank is behind SWIFT code SOIVBDDHSYL?
The code SOIVBDDHSYL belongs to Sylhet Branch, a unit of Social Islami Bank Limited in Sylhet, Bangladesh. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use SOIVBDDHSYL incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check SOIVBDDHSYL with the recipient before you confirm.
What does each part of SOIVBDDHSYL stand for?
SOIV is the bank code of Social Islami Bank Limited, BD is the ISO code of Bangladesh, DH is the code for the city or region and SYL is the code of the department Sylhet Branch.
What is the best way to send money to Social Islami Bank Limited in Bangladesh?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Bangladesh with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does a transfer to Social Islami Bank Limited take in Bangladesh?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What do I need to send money to an account at Social Islami Bank Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SOIVBDDHSYL, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Bangladesh uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.