SWIFT/BIC code SCBLAU2SXXX
SCBLAU2SXXX belongs to Standard Chartered Bank, Australia in Sydney, Australia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SCBLAU2SXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SCBLAU2S |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Standard Chartered Bank, Australia |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Sydney |
| Country | Australia |
How the Standard Chartered Bank, Australia SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SCBL Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- AU Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 2S 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 institution is behind BIC SCBLAU2SXXX?
SCBLAU2SXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Standard Chartered Bank, Australia in Sydney, Australia. It is the code to use when a payment to Standard Chartered Bank, Australia does not need a specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to Standard Chartered Bank, Australia?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What happens if I use SCBLAU2SXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check SCBLAU2SXXX against the details from Standard Chartered Bank, Australia before sending.
What do the letters in SCBLAU2SXXX mean?
SCBL is the bank code of Standard Chartered Bank, Australia, AU is the ISO code of Australia, 2S is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Standard Chartered Bank, Australia?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SCBLAU2SXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Australia is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Are SCBLAU2S and SCBLAU2SXXX the same code?
Yes. SCBLAU2S is the 8-character version of SCBLAU2SXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Standard Chartered Bank, Australia in Sydney.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.