SWIFT/BIC code SCBLAOLUXXX
SCBLAOLUXXX belongs to Standard Chartered Bank Angola SA in Luanda, Angola.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SCBLAOLUXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SCBLAOLU |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Standard Chartered Bank Angola SA |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Luanda |
| Country | Angola |
The way the Standard Chartered Bank Angola SA SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SCBL Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- AO Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- LU 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
What bank uses BIC SCBLAOLUXXX?
The code SCBLAOLUXXX belongs to the head office of Standard Chartered Bank Angola SA in Luanda, Angola. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Standard Chartered Bank Angola SA.
What happens if I use SCBLAOLUXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check SCBLAOLUXXX against the details from Standard Chartered Bank Angola SA before you confirm.
How long does it take to send money to Standard Chartered Bank Angola SA in Angola?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Are SCBLAOLU and SCBLAOLUXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. SCBLAOLU is the short version of SCBLAOLUXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version will reach Standard Chartered Bank Angola SA in Luanda.
What does each part of SCBLAOLUXXX stand for?
SCBL is the institution code of Standard Chartered Bank Angola SA, AO is the ISO code of Angola, LU is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Standard Chartered Bank Angola SA?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SCBLAOLUXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Angola uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.