SWIFT/BIC code SCBLBDDXCTG
SCBLBDDXCTG belongs to Standard Chartered Bank in Chittagong, Bangladesh.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SCBLBDDXCTG |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SCBLBDDX |
| Branch code | CTG |
| Bank | Standard Chartered Bank |
| Branch | — |
| City | Chittagong |
| Country | Bangladesh |
The way the Standard Chartered Bank 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.
- BD Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- DX Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- CTG 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 SCBLBDDXCTG?
SCBLBDDXCTG is the SWIFT/BIC code of Standard Chartered Bank, a unit of Standard Chartered Bank in Chittagong, Bangladesh. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use SCBLBDDXCTG with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check SCBLBDDXCTG with the recipient before sending.
What does each part of SCBLBDDXCTG stand for?
SCBL is the institution code of Standard Chartered Bank, BD stands for Bangladesh, DX is the location code and CTG identifies the branch Standard Chartered Bank.
Can I use SCBLBDDX instead of SCBLBDDXCTG?
SCBLBDDX is the main office of Standard Chartered Bank, while SCBLBDDXCTG points to Standard Chartered Bank. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use SCBLBDDXCTG if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Standard Chartered Bank?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Bangladesh with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does it take to send money to Standard Chartered Bank in Bangladesh?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.