SWIFT/BIC code SCBLGHACXXX
SCBLGHACXXX belongs to Standard Chartered Bank Ghana Limited in Accra, Ghana.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SCBLGHACXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SCBLGHAC |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Standard Chartered Bank Ghana Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Accra |
| Country | Ghana |
The way the Standard Chartered Bank Ghana Limited 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.
- GH Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- AC 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 uses SWIFT code SCBLGHACXXX?
SCBLGHACXXX identifies the headquarters of Standard Chartered Bank Ghana Limited in Accra, Ghana. It is the code to use when a payment to Standard Chartered Bank Ghana Limited does not need a specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Standard Chartered Bank Ghana Limited?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Ghana with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Standard Chartered Bank Ghana Limited have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 5 SWIFT/BIC codes for Standard Chartered Bank Ghana Limited in Ghana. All of them are listed on the page of Standard Chartered Bank Ghana Limited.
How long does it take to send money to Standard Chartered Bank Ghana Limited in Ghana?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Standard Chartered Bank Ghana Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code SCBLGHACXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Ghana uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What do the letters in SCBLGHACXXX stand for?
SCBL is the bank code of Standard Chartered Bank Ghana Limited, GH is the ISO code of Ghana, AC is the location code and XXX means the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.