SWIFT/BIC code SCBLGMGMXXX
SCBLGMGMXXX belongs to Standard Chartered Bank Gambia Limited in Banjul, Gambia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SCBLGMGMXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SCBLGMGM |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Standard Chartered Bank Gambia Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Banjul |
| Country | Gambia |
The way the Standard Chartered Bank Gambia Limited SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SCBL Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GM Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- GM 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 SCBLGMGMXXX?
The code SCBLGMGMXXX belongs to the main office of Standard Chartered Bank Gambia Limited in Banjul, Gambia. It is the code to use when a payment to Standard Chartered Bank Gambia Limited does not need a specific branch.
Does Standard Chartered Bank Gambia Limited use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – SCBLGMGMXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Standard Chartered Bank Gambia Limited in Gambia, so there is no branch code to choose.
What happens if I use SCBLGMGMXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check SCBLGMGMXXX with the recipient before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Standard Chartered Bank Gambia Limited?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Gambia with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Is SCBLGMGM and SCBLGMGMXXX the same code?
Yes. SCBLGMGM is the short version of SCBLGMGMXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version routes your payment to Standard Chartered Bank Gambia Limited in Banjul.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Standard Chartered Bank Gambia Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SCBLGMGMXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Gambia uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.