SWIFT/BIC code SCBLGB2LXXX
SCBLGB2LXXX belongs to Standard Chartered Bank in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SCBLGB2LXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SCBLGB2L |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Standard Chartered Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Standard Chartered Bank SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 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 institution is behind SWIFT code SCBLGB2LXXX?
SCBLGB2LXXX identifies the main office of Standard Chartered Bank in London, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when a payment to Standard Chartered Bank does not need a specific branch.
Does Standard Chartered Bank have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 14 SWIFT/BIC codes for Standard Chartered Bank in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Standard Chartered Bank.
What do the letters in SCBLGB2LXXX mean?
SCBL is the bank code of Standard Chartered Bank, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 2L is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
What happens if I enter SCBLGB2LXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check SCBLGB2LXXX with the recipient before sending.
Do I need SCBLGB2LXXX 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 do need SCBLGB2LXXX.
How long does a transfer to Standard Chartered Bank take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.