SWIFT/BIC code SCBLCNSXSZH
SCBLCNSXSZH belongs to Standard Chartered Bank (China) Limited in Suzhou, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SCBLCNSXSZH |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SCBLCNSX |
| Branch code | SZH |
| Bank | Standard Chartered Bank (China) Limited |
| Branch | Suzhou Branch |
| City | Suzhou |
| 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.
- SZH 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 SWIFT/BIC code SCBLCNSXSZH?
SCBLCNSXSZH identifies Suzhou Branch, part of Standard Chartered Bank (China) Limited in Suzhou, 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. All of them are listed on the page of Standard Chartered Bank (China) Limited.
How long does it take to send money to Standard Chartered Bank (China) Limited?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Can I use SCBLCNSX instead of SCBLCNSXSZH?
SCBLCNSX is the main office of Standard Chartered Bank (China) Limited, while SCBLCNSXSZH is Suzhou Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use SCBLCNSXSZH if the recipient asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Standard Chartered Bank (China) Limited?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Chinese Yuan with specialist providers before you send.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Standard Chartered Bank (China) Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SCBLCNSXSZH, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. China uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.