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SWIFT/BIC code SCBLGB2LTSY

SCBLGB2LTSY belongs to Standard Chartered Bank in London, United Kingdom.

SCBLGB2LTSY

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeSCBLGB2LTSY
8-character codeSCBLGB2L
Branch codeTSY
BankStandard Chartered Bank
BranchTreasury
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom

How 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.
TSY 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code SCBLGB2LTSY?

SCBLGB2LTSY is the SWIFT/BIC code of Treasury, a branch or department of Standard Chartered Bank in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use SCBLGB2L instead of SCBLGB2LTSY?

SCBLGB2L points to the main office of Standard Chartered Bank, while SCBLGB2LTSY is Treasury. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use SCBLGB2LTSY if the recipient asks for it.

Has Standard Chartered Bank got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 14 SWIFT/BIC codes for Standard Chartered Bank in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.

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. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

What does each part of SCBLGB2LTSY stand for?

SCBL is the bank code of Standard Chartered Bank, GB stands for United Kingdom, 2L is the location code and TSY identifies the department Treasury.

Do I need SCBLGB2LTSY for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?

United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need SCBLGB2LTSY.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.