SWIFT/BIC code SCBLCNSXFSH
SCBLCNSXFSH belongs to Standard Chartered Bank (China) Limited in Foshan, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SCBLCNSXFSH |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SCBLCNSX |
| Branch code | FSH |
| Bank | Standard Chartered Bank (China) Limited |
| Branch | Foshan Branch |
| City | Foshan |
| 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.
- FSH 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 SWIFT code SCBLCNSXFSH?
SCBLCNSXFSH identifies Foshan Branch, a branch or department of Standard Chartered Bank (China) Limited in Foshan, China. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Has Standard Chartered Bank (China) Limited got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 31 SWIFT/BIC codes for Standard Chartered Bank (China) Limited in China. All of them are listed on the page of Standard Chartered Bank (China) Limited.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Standard Chartered Bank (China) Limited?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Chinese Yuan with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of SCBLCNSXFSH stand for?
SCBL is the institution code of Standard Chartered Bank (China) Limited, CN stands for China, SX is the code for the city or region and FSH is the code of the branch Foshan Branch.
Can I use SCBLCNSX instead of SCBLCNSXFSH?
SCBLCNSX points to the main office of Standard Chartered Bank (China) Limited, while SCBLCNSXFSH points to Foshan Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use SCBLCNSXFSH if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I use SCBLCNSXFSH incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check SCBLCNSXFSH with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.