SWIFT/BIC code SCBLCNSXSHA
SCBLCNSXSHA belongs to Standard Chartered Bank (China) Limited in Shanghai, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SCBLCNSXSHA |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SCBLCNSX |
| Branch code | SHA |
| Bank | Standard Chartered Bank (China) Limited |
| Branch | Shanghai Branch |
| City | Shanghai |
| 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.
- SHA 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 BIC SCBLCNSXSHA?
SCBLCNSXSHA is the SWIFT/BIC code of Shanghai Branch, a branch or department of Standard Chartered Bank (China) Limited in Shanghai, China. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Standard Chartered Bank (China) Limited take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Does Standard Chartered Bank (China) Limited have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 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 do I need to send money to an account at Standard Chartered Bank (China) Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code SCBLCNSXSHA, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. China is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What happens if I use SCBLCNSXSHA incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SCBLCNSXSHA with the recipient before sending.
Can I use SCBLCNSX instead of SCBLCNSXSHA?
SCBLCNSX points to the head office of Standard Chartered Bank (China) Limited, while SCBLCNSXSHA is Shanghai Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SCBLCNSXSHA.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.