SWIFT/BIC code SYNBINBBL69
SYNBINBBL69 belongs to Syndicate Bank in Kolkata (Calcutta), India.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SYNBINBBL69 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SYNBINBB |
| Branch code | L69 |
| Bank | Syndicate Bank |
| Branch | Large Corporate Branch Kolkata |
| City | Kolkata (Calcutta) |
| 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.
- L69 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 BIC SYNBINBBL69?
SYNBINBBL69 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Large Corporate Branch Kolkata, part of Syndicate Bank in Kolkata (Calcutta), India. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do I need to send money to an account at Syndicate Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code SYNBINBBL69, 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 does each part of SYNBINBBL69 stand for?
SYNB is the institution code of Syndicate Bank, IN is the ISO code of India, BB is the location code and L69 identifies the branch Large Corporate Branch Kolkata.
How long does a transfer to Syndicate Bank take in India?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Can I use SYNBINBB instead of SYNBINBBL69?
SYNBINBB is the head office of Syndicate Bank, while SYNBINBBL69 is Large Corporate Branch Kolkata. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use SYNBINBBL69 if the recipient asks for it.
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. Check the amount that arrives in Indian Rupee with transfer services 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.