SWIFT/BIC code SCBLCNSXSHZ
SCBLCNSXSHZ belongs to Standard Chartered Bank (China) Limited in Shenzhen, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SCBLCNSXSHZ |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SCBLCNSX |
| Branch code | SHZ |
| Bank | Standard Chartered Bank (China) Limited |
| Branch | Shenzhen Branch |
| City | Shenzhen |
| Country | China |
The way 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.
- SHZ 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 SCBLCNSXSHZ?
SCBLCNSXSHZ is the SWIFT/BIC code of Shenzhen Branch, part of Standard Chartered Bank (China) Limited in Shenzhen, China. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter SCBLCNSXSHZ incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check SCBLCNSXSHZ with the recipient before sending.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Standard Chartered Bank (China) Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SCBLCNSXSHZ, 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 does each part of SCBLCNSXSHZ stand for?
SCBL is the bank code of Standard Chartered Bank (China) Limited, CN stands for China, SX is the location code and SHZ identifies the department Shenzhen Branch.
How long does it take to send money to Standard Chartered Bank (China) Limited?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster 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, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Standard Chartered Bank (China) Limited.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.