SWIFT/BIC code SCBLCNSXSIA
SCBLCNSXSIA belongs to Standard Chartered Bank (China) Limited in Xian, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SCBLCNSXSIA |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SCBLCNSX |
| Branch code | SIA |
| Bank | Standard Chartered Bank (China) Limited |
| Branch | Xian Branch |
| City | Xian |
| Country | China |
The way the Standard Chartered Bank (China) Limited SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- SIA 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 branch is behind SWIFT/BIC code SCBLCNSXSIA?
The code SCBLCNSXSIA belongs to Xian Branch, a unit of Standard Chartered Bank (China) Limited in Xian, China. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of SCBLCNSXSIA mean?
SCBL is the bank code of Standard Chartered Bank (China) Limited, CN stands for China, SX is the location code and SIA is the code of the department Xian Branch.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Standard Chartered Bank (China) Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code SCBLCNSXSIA, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. China is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
How long does it take to send money to Standard Chartered Bank (China) Limited?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. 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. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I enter SCBLCNSXSIA with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check SCBLCNSXSIA against the details from Standard Chartered Bank (China) Limited before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.