SWIFT/BIC code SCBLCNSXBJG
SCBLCNSXBJG belongs to Standard Chartered Bank (China) Limited in Beijing, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SCBLCNSXBJG |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SCBLCNSX |
| Branch code | BJG |
| Bank | Standard Chartered Bank (China) Limited |
| Branch | Beijing Branch |
| City | Beijing |
| Country | China |
How the Standard Chartered Bank (China) Limited 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.
- CN Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- SX Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- BJG 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 is behind SWIFT code SCBLCNSXBJG?
The code SCBLCNSXBJG belongs to Beijing Branch, a branch or department of Standard Chartered Bank (China) Limited in Beijing, China. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to Standard Chartered Bank (China) Limited?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What happens if I enter SCBLCNSXBJG incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check SCBLCNSXBJG with the recipient before sending.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Standard Chartered Bank (China) Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SCBLCNSXBJG, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. China is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Has Standard Chartered Bank (China) Limited got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 31 SWIFT/BIC codes for Standard Chartered Bank (China) Limited in China, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use SCBLCNSX instead of SCBLCNSXBJG?
SCBLCNSX is the head office of Standard Chartered Bank (China) Limited, while SCBLCNSXBJG points to Beijing Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SCBLCNSXBJG.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.