SWIFT/BIC code SCBLKENXXXX
SCBLKENXXXX belongs to Standard Chartered Bank Kenya Limited in Nairobi, Kenya.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SCBLKENXXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SCBLKENX |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Standard Chartered Bank Kenya Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Nairobi |
| Country | Kenya |
The way the Standard Chartered Bank Kenya Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 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 BIC SCBLKENXXXX?
SCBLKENXXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Standard Chartered Bank Kenya Limited in Nairobi, Kenya. It is the code to use when a payment to Standard Chartered Bank Kenya Limited does not need a specific branch.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Standard Chartered Bank Kenya Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SCBLKENXXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Kenya uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What does each part of SCBLKENXXXX stand for?
SCBL is the bank code of Standard Chartered Bank Kenya Limited, KE is the ISO code of Kenya, NX is the location code and XXX means the main office.
How long does a transfer to Standard Chartered Bank Kenya Limited take in Kenya?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
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.
What happens if I use SCBLKENXXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check SCBLKENXXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.