SWIFT/BIC code SCBLPKKXLHR
SCBLPKKXLHR belongs to Standard Chartered Bank (Pakistan) Limited in Lahore, Pakistan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SCBLPKKXLHR |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SCBLPKKX |
| Branch code | LHR |
| Bank | Standard Chartered Bank (Pakistan) Limited |
| Branch | Lahore Branch |
| City | Lahore |
| Country | Pakistan |
How the Standard Chartered Bank (Pakistan) Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- LHR 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 is behind BIC SCBLPKKXLHR?
The code SCBLPKKXLHR belongs to Lahore Branch, part of Standard Chartered Bank (Pakistan) Limited in Lahore, Pakistan. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Standard Chartered Bank (Pakistan) Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SCBLPKKXLHR, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Pakistan uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
How long does a transfer to Standard Chartered Bank (Pakistan) Limited take in Pakistan?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
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. All of them are listed on the page of Standard Chartered Bank (Pakistan) Limited.
What happens if I use SCBLPKKXLHR incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SCBLPKKXLHR against the details from Standard Chartered Bank (Pakistan) Limited before sending.
Can I use SCBLPKKX instead of SCBLPKKXLHR?
SCBLPKKX is the main office of Standard Chartered Bank (Pakistan) Limited, while SCBLPKKXLHR is Lahore Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use SCBLPKKXLHR if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.