SWIFT/BIC code SYNBINBB156
SYNBINBB156 belongs to Syndicate Bank in Ludhiana, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SYNBINBB156 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SYNBINBB |
| Branch code | 156 |
| Bank | Syndicate Bank |
| Branch | Ludhiana Branch |
| City | Ludhiana |
| Country | India |
The way the Syndicate Bank SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 156 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 SYNBINBB156?
The code SYNBINBB156 belongs to Ludhiana Branch, part of Syndicate Bank in Ludhiana, India. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use SYNBINBB instead of SYNBINBB156?
SYNBINBB points to the head office of Syndicate Bank, while SYNBINBB156 is Ludhiana Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use SYNBINBB156 if the recipient asks for it.
Has Syndicate Bank got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 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.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Syndicate Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SYNBINBB156, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. India is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
How long does a transfer to Syndicate Bank take in India?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What happens if I enter SYNBINBB156 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check SYNBINBB156 with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.