SWIFT/BIC code SCBLMYKXLAB
SCBLMYKXLAB belongs to Standard Chartered Bank Malaysia Berhad in Labuan, Malaysia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SCBLMYKXLAB |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SCBLMYKX |
| Branch code | LAB |
| Bank | Standard Chartered Bank Malaysia Berhad |
| Branch | Labuan Offshore Banking Unit Only |
| City | Labuan |
| Country | Malaysia |
The way the Standard Chartered Bank Malaysia Berhad 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.
- MY Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- KX Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- LAB 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 bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code SCBLMYKXLAB?
The code SCBLMYKXLAB belongs to Labuan Offshore Banking Unit Only, a unit of Standard Chartered Bank Malaysia Berhad in Labuan, Malaysia. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Standard Chartered Bank Malaysia Berhad take in Malaysia?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Standard Chartered Bank Malaysia Berhad?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code SCBLMYKXLAB, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Malaysia uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Standard Chartered Bank Malaysia Berhad in Malaysia?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Malaysia with specialist providers before you send.
What do the letters in SCBLMYKXLAB mean?
SCBL is the bank code of Standard Chartered Bank Malaysia Berhad, MY stands for Malaysia, KX is the code for the city or region and LAB is the code of the branch Labuan Offshore Banking Unit Only.
Can I use SCBLMYKX instead of SCBLMYKXLAB?
SCBLMYKX is the head office of Standard Chartered Bank Malaysia Berhad, while SCBLMYKXLAB is Labuan Offshore Banking Unit Only. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SCBLMYKXLAB.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.