SWIFT/BIC code SYNBINBB109
SYNBINBB109 belongs to Syndicate Bank in Ernakulam, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SYNBINBB109 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SYNBINBB |
| Branch code | 109 |
| Bank | Syndicate Bank |
| Branch | M.g. Road Branch |
| City | Ernakulam |
| 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.
- 109 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 BIC SYNBINBB109?
SYNBINBB109 identifies M.g. Road Branch, part of Syndicate Bank in Ernakulam, India. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use SYNBINBB instead of SYNBINBB109?
SYNBINBB points to the main office of Syndicate Bank, while SYNBINBB109 is M.g. Road Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SYNBINBB109.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Syndicate Bank in India?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Indian Rupee with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Has Syndicate Bank got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 127 SWIFT/BIC codes for Syndicate Bank in India, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What does each part of SYNBINBB109 stand for?
SYNB is the bank code of Syndicate Bank, IN is the ISO code of India, BB is the code for the city or region and 109 is the code of the branch M.g. Road 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. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.