SWIFT/BIC code SCBLBNBBXXX
SCBLBNBBXXX belongs to Standard Chartered Bank - Brunei in Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SCBLBNBBXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SCBLBNBB |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Standard Chartered Bank - Brunei |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Bandar Seri Begawan |
| Country | Brunei |
The way the Standard Chartered Bank - Brunei 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.
- BN Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- BB 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 uses SWIFT code SCBLBNBBXXX?
SCBLBNBBXXX identifies the head office of Standard Chartered Bank - Brunei in Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei. It is the code to use when a payment to Standard Chartered Bank - Brunei does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I enter SCBLBNBBXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check SCBLBNBBXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Are SCBLBNBB and SCBLBNBBXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. SCBLBNBB is the short version of SCBLBNBBXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version will reach Standard Chartered Bank - Brunei in Bandar Seri Begawan.
How long does it take to send money to Standard Chartered Bank - Brunei?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What do I need to send money to an account at Standard Chartered Bank - Brunei?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code SCBLBNBBXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Brunei uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What do the letters in SCBLBNBBXXX mean?
SCBL is the bank code of Standard Chartered Bank - Brunei, BN stands for Brunei, BB is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.