SWIFT/BIC code SCBLCNSXXXX
SCBLCNSXXXX belongs to Standard Chartered Bank (China) Limited in Shanghai, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SCBLCNSXXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SCBLCNSX |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Standard Chartered Bank (China) Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Shanghai |
| 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.
- XXX 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 uses SWIFT code SCBLCNSXXXX?
The code SCBLCNSXXXX belongs to the headquarters of Standard Chartered Bank (China) Limited in Shanghai, China. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Standard Chartered Bank (China) Limited.
What happens if I enter SCBLCNSXXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check SCBLCNSXXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Are SCBLCNSX and SCBLCNSXXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. SCBLCNSX is the 8-character version of SCBLCNSXXXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to Standard Chartered Bank (China) Limited in Shanghai.
Has Standard Chartered Bank (China) Limited got 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.
How long does a transfer to Standard Chartered Bank (China) Limited take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Standard Chartered Bank (China) Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SCBLCNSXXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. China is not part of SEPA, 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.