SWIFT/BIC code SCBKUS6LXXX
SCBKUS6LXXX belongs to Shanghai Commercial Bank LTD. in Los Angeles,ca, United States.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SCBKUS6LXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SCBKUS6L |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Shanghai Commercial Bank LTD. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Los Angeles,ca |
| Country | United States |
How the Shanghai Commercial Bank LTD. SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SCBK Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- US Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 6L Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX 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 bank is behind BIC SCBKUS6LXXX?
SCBKUS6LXXX identifies the main office of Shanghai Commercial Bank LTD. in Los Angeles,ca, United States. Use it when a payment to Shanghai Commercial Bank LTD. does not need a specific branch.
Is SCBKUS6L and SCBKUS6LXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. SCBKUS6L is the 8-character version of SCBKUS6LXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version will reach Shanghai Commercial Bank LTD. in Los Angeles,ca.
What happens if I use SCBKUS6LXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SCBKUS6LXXX against the details from Shanghai Commercial Bank LTD. before you confirm.
Does Shanghai Commercial Bank LTD. have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 3 SWIFT/BIC codes for Shanghai Commercial Bank LTD. in United States. You can see them all on the bank page.
How long does it take to send money to Shanghai Commercial Bank LTD.?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Shanghai Commercial Bank LTD.?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in US Dollar 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.