SWIFT/BIC code SCBLGB2LZPB
SCBLGB2LZPB belongs to Standard Chartered Bank in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SCBLGB2LZPB |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SCBLGB2L |
| Branch code | ZPB |
| Bank | Standard Chartered Bank |
| Branch | UK Private Bank |
| 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.
- ZPB 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 is behind BIC SCBLGB2LZPB?
SCBLGB2LZPB identifies UK Private Bank, part of Standard Chartered Bank in London, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter SCBLGB2LZPB incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check SCBLGB2LZPB against the details from Standard Chartered Bank before sending.
How long does it take to send money to Standard Chartered Bank in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need SCBLGB2LZPB for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need SCBLGB2LZPB.
What do the letters in SCBLGB2LZPB stand for?
SCBL is the institution code of Standard Chartered Bank, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 2L is the code for the city or region and ZPB identifies the department UK Private Bank.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Standard Chartered Bank?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in British Pound with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.