SWIFT/BIC code SCBLESM1XXX
SCBLESM1XXX belongs to Standard Chartered Bank in Madrid, Spain.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SCBLESM1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SCBLESM1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Standard Chartered Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Madrid |
| Country | Spain |
The way the Standard Chartered Bank 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.
- ES Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- M1 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 is behind SWIFT code SCBLESM1XXX?
SCBLESM1XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Standard Chartered Bank in Madrid, Spain. Use it when a payment to Standard Chartered Bank does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I enter SCBLESM1XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check SCBLESM1XXX against the details from Standard Chartered Bank before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to Standard Chartered Bank in Spain?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send.
What do the letters in SCBLESM1XXX mean?
SCBL is the bank code of Standard Chartered Bank, ES is the ISO code of Spain, M1 is the location code and XXX means the main office.
Does Standard Chartered Bank use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, SCBLESM1XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Standard Chartered Bank in Spain, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Do I need SCBLESM1XXX for a euro transfer to Spain?
Spain belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need SCBLESM1XXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.