SWIFT/BIC code SCBLNGLAXXX
SCBLNGLAXXX belongs to Standard Chartered Bank Nigeria Limited in Lagos, Nigeria.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SCBLNGLAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SCBLNGLA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Standard Chartered Bank Nigeria Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Lagos |
| Country | Nigeria |
How the Standard Chartered Bank Nigeria Limited 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.
- NG Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- LA 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
What bank uses BIC SCBLNGLAXXX?
The code SCBLNGLAXXX belongs to the head office of Standard Chartered Bank Nigeria Limited in Lagos, Nigeria. Use it when you send money to an account at Standard Chartered Bank Nigeria Limited.
How long does it take to send money to Standard Chartered Bank Nigeria Limited in Nigeria?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What do the letters in SCBLNGLAXXX stand for?
SCBL is the institution code of Standard Chartered Bank Nigeria Limited, NG stands for Nigeria, LA is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Standard Chartered Bank Nigeria Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SCBLNGLAXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Nigeria is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Is SCBLNGLA and SCBLNGLAXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. SCBLNGLA is the short version of SCBLNGLAXXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version will reach Standard Chartered Bank Nigeria Limited in Lagos.
What is the best way to send money to Standard Chartered Bank Nigeria Limited?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Nigeria with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.