SWIFT/BIC code SCBLCNSXGZH
SCBLCNSXGZH belongs to Standard Chartered Bank (China) Limited in Guangzhou, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SCBLCNSXGZH |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SCBLCNSX |
| Branch code | GZH |
| Bank | Standard Chartered Bank (China) Limited |
| Branch | Guangzhou Branch |
| City | Guangzhou |
| 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.
- GZH 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 BIC SCBLCNSXGZH?
SCBLCNSXGZH identifies Guangzhou Branch, a branch or department of Standard Chartered Bank (China) Limited in Guangzhou, China. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use SCBLCNSX instead of SCBLCNSXGZH?
SCBLCNSX is the head office of Standard Chartered Bank (China) Limited, while SCBLCNSXGZH points to Guangzhou Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use SCBLCNSXGZH if the recipient asks for it.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Standard Chartered Bank (China) Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SCBLCNSXGZH, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. China is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
How long does a transfer to Standard Chartered Bank (China) Limited take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Has Standard Chartered Bank (China) Limited got other 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 in China?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Chinese Yuan with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.