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SWIFT/BIC code SYNBINBB165

SYNBINBB165 belongs to Syndicate Bank in Shillong, India.

SYNBINBB165

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeSYNBINBB165
8-character codeSYNBINBB
Branch code165
BankSyndicate Bank
BranchShillong
CityShillong
CountryIndia

How 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.
165 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 BIC SYNBINBB165?

SYNBINBB165 identifies Shillong, a unit of Syndicate Bank in Shillong, India. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I use SYNBINBB165 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check SYNBINBB165 with the recipient before you confirm.

Can I use SYNBINBB instead of SYNBINBB165?

SYNBINBB is the head office of Syndicate Bank, while SYNBINBB165 points to Shillong. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SYNBINBB165.

Has Syndicate Bank got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 127 SWIFT/BIC codes for Syndicate Bank in India. You can see them all on the bank page.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Syndicate Bank?

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Indian Rupee with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

What do the letters in SYNBINBB165 stand for?

SYNB is the institution code of Syndicate Bank, IN is the ISO code of India, BB is the location code and 165 is the code of the department Shillong.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.