SWIFT/BIC code SCBLGB2LCLS
SCBLGB2LCLS belongs to Standard Chartered Bank in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SCBLGB2LCLS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SCBLGB2L |
| Branch code | CLS |
| Bank | Standard Chartered Bank |
| Branch | Cls Control Branch |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Standard Chartered Bank SWIFT/BIC is built up
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).
- 2L Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- CLS 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code SCBLGB2LCLS?
SCBLGB2LCLS is the SWIFT/BIC code of Cls Control Branch, a branch or department of Standard Chartered Bank in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use SCBLGB2L instead of SCBLGB2LCLS?
SCBLGB2L is the head office of Standard Chartered Bank, while SCBLGB2LCLS points to Cls Control Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SCBLGB2LCLS.
Do I need SCBLGB2LCLS for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need SCBLGB2LCLS.
How long does it take to send money to Standard Chartered Bank in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What happens if I use SCBLGB2LCLS with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check SCBLGB2LCLS with the recipient before you confirm.
Does Standard Chartered Bank have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 14 SWIFT/BIC codes for Standard Chartered Bank in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Standard Chartered Bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.