SWIFT/BIC code SCBLPKKXEQI
SCBLPKKXEQI belongs to Standard Chartered Bank (Pakistan) Limited in Karachi, Pakistan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SCBLPKKXEQI |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SCBLPKKX |
| Branch code | EQI |
| Bank | Standard Chartered Bank (Pakistan) Limited |
| Branch | — |
| City | Karachi |
| Country | Pakistan |
The way the Standard Chartered Bank (Pakistan) 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.
- PK Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- KX Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- EQI 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 is behind SWIFT code SCBLPKKXEQI?
SCBLPKKXEQI identifies Standard Chartered Bank (Pakistan) Limited, a unit of Standard Chartered Bank (Pakistan) Limited in Karachi, Pakistan. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use SCBLPKKX instead of SCBLPKKXEQI?
SCBLPKKX is the main office of Standard Chartered Bank (Pakistan) Limited, while SCBLPKKXEQI points to Standard Chartered Bank (Pakistan) Limited. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SCBLPKKXEQI.
What happens if I use SCBLPKKXEQI incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SCBLPKKXEQI with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to Standard Chartered Bank (Pakistan) Limited?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Pakistan with specialist providers before you send.
Does Standard Chartered Bank (Pakistan) Limited have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 4 SWIFT/BIC codes for Standard Chartered Bank (Pakistan) Limited in Pakistan. You can see them all on the bank page.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Standard Chartered Bank (Pakistan) Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code SCBLPKKXEQI, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Pakistan uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.