SWIFT/BIC code SCBLNGLAPYT
SCBLNGLAPYT belongs to Standard Chartered Bank Nigeria Limited in Lagos, Nigeria.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SCBLNGLAPYT |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SCBLNGLA |
| Branch code | PYT |
| Bank | Standard Chartered Bank Nigeria Limited |
| Branch | Unitrust, Head Office Branch |
| City | Lagos |
| Country | Nigeria |
The way the Standard Chartered Bank Nigeria Limited 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.
- NG Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- LA Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- PYT 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 branch uses SWIFT code SCBLNGLAPYT?
The code SCBLNGLAPYT belongs to Unitrust, Head Office Branch, a branch or department of Standard Chartered Bank Nigeria Limited in Lagos, Nigeria. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Standard Chartered Bank Nigeria Limited in Nigeria?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Nigeria with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in SCBLNGLAPYT mean?
SCBL is the institution code of Standard Chartered Bank Nigeria Limited, NG stands for Nigeria, LA is the location code and PYT identifies the branch Unitrust, Head Office Branch.
Does Standard Chartered Bank Nigeria Limited have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 5 SWIFT/BIC codes for Standard Chartered Bank Nigeria Limited in Nigeria, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What do I need to send money to an account at Standard Chartered Bank Nigeria Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SCBLNGLAPYT, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Nigeria uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What happens if I enter SCBLNGLAPYT with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SCBLNGLAPYT against the details from Standard Chartered Bank Nigeria Limited before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.