SWIFT/BIC code SYNBINBB177
SYNBINBB177 belongs to Syndicate Bank in Chennai (Madras), India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SYNBINBB177 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SYNBINBB |
| Branch code | 177 |
| Bank | Syndicate Bank |
| Branch | Corporate Finance Branch |
| City | Chennai (Madras) |
| Country | India |
The way the Syndicate Bank SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 177 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code SYNBINBB177?
The code SYNBINBB177 belongs to Corporate Finance Branch, a unit of Syndicate Bank in Chennai (Madras), India. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use SYNBINBB instead of SYNBINBB177?
SYNBINBB points to the main office of Syndicate Bank, while SYNBINBB177 is Corporate Finance Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SYNBINBB177.
What is the cheapest 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 transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
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. All of them are listed on the page of Syndicate Bank.
How long does it take to send money to Syndicate Bank in India?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What do the letters in SYNBINBB177 stand for?
SYNB is the bank code of Syndicate Bank, IN stands for India, BB is the code for the city or region and 177 is the code of the department Corporate Finance Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.