SWIFT/BIC code SYNBINBB164
SYNBINBB164 belongs to Syndicate Bank in Bangalore, India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SYNBINBB164 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SYNBINBB |
| Branch code | 164 |
| Bank | Syndicate Bank |
| Branch | Industrial Finance Branch |
| City | Bangalore |
| 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.
- 164 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 SYNBINBB164?
The code SYNBINBB164 belongs to Industrial Finance Branch, part of Syndicate Bank in Bangalore, India. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use SYNBINBB164 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check SYNBINBB164 with the recipient before you confirm.
What does each part of SYNBINBB164 mean?
SYNB is the institution code of Syndicate Bank, IN stands for India, BB is the location code and 164 is the code of the department Industrial Finance Branch.
How long does a transfer to Syndicate Bank take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Syndicate Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SYNBINBB164, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. India uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What is the best way to send money to Syndicate Bank in India?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Indian Rupee with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.