SWIFT/BIC code SCBLLKLXXXX
SCBLLKLXXXX belongs to Standard Chartered Bank in Colombo, Sri Lanka.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SCBLLKLXXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SCBLLKLX |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Standard Chartered Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Colombo |
| Country | Sri Lanka |
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.
- LK Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- LX 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 BIC SCBLLKLXXXX?
SCBLLKLXXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Standard Chartered Bank in Colombo, Sri Lanka. It is the code to use when a payment to Standard Chartered Bank does not need a specific branch.
Are SCBLLKLX and SCBLLKLXXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. SCBLLKLX is the short version of SCBLLKLXXXX. XXX simply means head office, so both routes your payment to Standard Chartered Bank in Colombo.
Does Standard Chartered Bank have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Standard Chartered Bank in Sri Lanka, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
How long does it take to send money to Standard Chartered Bank in Sri Lanka?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Standard Chartered Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SCBLLKLXXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Sri Lanka uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What happens if I enter SCBLLKLXXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check SCBLLKLXXXX with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.