SWIFT/BIC code SCBLMZM1XXX
SCBLMZM1XXX belongs to Standard Chartered Bank of Mozambique in Maputo, Mozambique.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SCBLMZM1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SCBLMZM1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Standard Chartered Bank of Mozambique |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Maputo |
| Country | Mozambique |
The way the Standard Chartered Bank of Mozambique SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SCBL Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- MZ Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- M1 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 SWIFT code SCBLMZM1XXX?
SCBLMZM1XXX identifies the main office of Standard Chartered Bank of Mozambique in Maputo, Mozambique. Use it when a payment to Standard Chartered Bank of Mozambique does not need a specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to Standard Chartered Bank of Mozambique in Mozambique?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What do the letters in SCBLMZM1XXX mean?
SCBL is the bank code of Standard Chartered Bank of Mozambique, MZ stands for Mozambique, M1 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Standard Chartered Bank of Mozambique?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code SCBLMZM1XXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Mozambique uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What happens if I use SCBLMZM1XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SCBLMZM1XXX against the details from Standard Chartered Bank of Mozambique before you confirm.
Is SCBLMZM1 and SCBLMZM1XXX the same code?
Yes. SCBLMZM1 is the 8-character version of SCBLMZM1XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to Standard Chartered Bank of Mozambique in Maputo.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.