SWIFT/BIC code SCBLKENXSSU
SCBLKENXSSU belongs to Standard Chartered Bank Kenya Limited in Nairobi, Kenya.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SCBLKENXSSU |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SCBLKENX |
| Branch code | SSU |
| Bank | Standard Chartered Bank Kenya Limited |
| Branch | Securities Services Unit |
| City | Nairobi |
| Country | Kenya |
How the Standard Chartered Bank Kenya 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.
- KE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- NX Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- SSU 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 uses BIC SCBLKENXSSU?
SCBLKENXSSU identifies Securities Services Unit, a branch or department of Standard Chartered Bank Kenya Limited in Nairobi, Kenya. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use SCBLKENX instead of SCBLKENXSSU?
SCBLKENX points to the head office of Standard Chartered Bank Kenya Limited, while SCBLKENXSSU is Securities Services Unit. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use SCBLKENXSSU if the recipient asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Standard Chartered Bank Kenya Limited take in Kenya?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Standard Chartered Bank Kenya Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SCBLKENXSSU, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Kenya uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What is the best way to send money to Standard Chartered Bank Kenya Limited?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Kenya with specialist providers before you send.
Does Standard Chartered Bank Kenya Limited have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 3 SWIFT/BIC codes for Standard Chartered Bank Kenya Limited in Kenya. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.