SWIFT/BIC code SCBLCNSXIMN
SCBLCNSXIMN belongs to Standard Chartered Bank (China) Limited in Xiamen, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SCBLCNSXIMN |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SCBLCNSX |
| Branch code | IMN |
| Bank | Standard Chartered Bank (China) Limited |
| Branch | Xiamen Branch |
| City | Xiamen |
| Country | China |
How the Standard Chartered Bank (China) Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- IMN 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 uses SWIFT code SCBLCNSXIMN?
The code SCBLCNSXIMN belongs to Xiamen Branch, a unit of Standard Chartered Bank (China) Limited in Xiamen, 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, we list 31 SWIFT/BIC codes for Standard Chartered Bank (China) Limited in China, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Standard Chartered Bank (China) Limited.
What do I need to send money to an account at Standard Chartered Bank (China) Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SCBLCNSXIMN, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. China uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What happens if I use SCBLCNSXIMN incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check SCBLCNSXIMN against the details from Standard Chartered Bank (China) Limited before sending.
Can I use SCBLCNSX instead of SCBLCNSXIMN?
SCBLCNSX points to the main office of Standard Chartered Bank (China) Limited, while SCBLCNSXIMN points to Xiamen Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use SCBLCNSXIMN if the recipient asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Standard Chartered Bank (China) Limited in China?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.