SWIFT/BIC code SYNBINBB018
SYNBINBB018 belongs to Syndicate Bank in Mumbai, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SYNBINBB018 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SYNBINBB |
| Branch code | 018 |
| Bank | Syndicate Bank |
| Branch | Nariman Point Branch |
| City | Mumbai |
| Country | India |
The way the Syndicate Bank SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SYNB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- IN Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- BB Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 018 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code SYNBINBB018?
The code SYNBINBB018 belongs to Nariman Point Branch, a unit of Syndicate Bank in Mumbai, India. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in SYNBINBB018 stand for?
SYNB is the institution code of Syndicate Bank, IN is the ISO code of India, BB is the code for the city or region and 018 is the code of the branch Nariman Point Branch.
How long does a transfer to Syndicate Bank take in India?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Syndicate Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code SYNBINBB018, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. India is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What is the best way to send money to Syndicate Bank?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Indian Rupee with transfer services before you send.
Can I use SYNBINBB instead of SYNBINBB018?
SYNBINBB points to the main office of Syndicate Bank, while SYNBINBB018 points to Nariman Point Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SYNBINBB018.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.