SWIFT/BIC code SCBLMOMXXXX
SCBLMOMXXXX belongs to Standard Chartered Bank in Macau, Macao SAR China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SCBLMOMXXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SCBLMOMX |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Standard Chartered Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Macau |
| Country | Macao SAR China |
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.
- MO Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- MX 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 SCBLMOMXXXX?
SCBLMOMXXXX identifies the head office of Standard Chartered Bank in Macau, Macao SAR China. Use it when a payment to Standard Chartered Bank does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I enter SCBLMOMXXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check SCBLMOMXXXX against the details from Standard Chartered Bank before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Standard Chartered Bank?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Macao SAR China with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Standard Chartered Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SCBLMOMXXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Macao SAR China is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What does each part of SCBLMOMXXXX stand for?
SCBL is the bank code of Standard Chartered Bank, MO is the ISO code of Macao SAR China, MX is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
How long does a transfer to Standard Chartered Bank take in Macao SAR China?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.