SWIFT/BIC code SCBLGB2GXXX
SCBLGB2GXXX belongs to Standard Chartered Bank in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SCBLGB2GXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SCBLGB2G |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Standard Chartered Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How 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.
- GB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 2G 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
What bank uses SWIFT code SCBLGB2GXXX?
SCBLGB2GXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Standard Chartered Bank in London, United Kingdom. Use it when you send money to an account at Standard Chartered Bank.
Are SCBLGB2G and SCBLGB2GXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. SCBLGB2G is the 8-character version of SCBLGB2GXXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version will reach Standard Chartered Bank in London.
Do I need SCBLGB2GXXX to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need SCBLGB2GXXX.
How long does it take to send money to Standard Chartered Bank?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What happens if I enter SCBLGB2GXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check SCBLGB2GXXX against the details from Standard Chartered Bank before you confirm.
What does each part of SCBLGB2GXXX mean?
SCBL is the bank code of Standard Chartered Bank, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 2G is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.