SWIFT/BIC code SCBLPKKXXXX
SCBLPKKXXXX belongs to Standard Chartered Bank (Pakistan) Limited in Karachi, Pakistan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SCBLPKKXXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SCBLPKKX |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Standard Chartered Bank (Pakistan) Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Karachi |
| Country | Pakistan |
How the Standard Chartered Bank (Pakistan) 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.
- PK Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- KX 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 SCBLPKKXXXX?
The code SCBLPKKXXXX belongs to the main office of Standard Chartered Bank (Pakistan) Limited in Karachi, Pakistan. Use it when you send money to an account at Standard Chartered Bank (Pakistan) Limited.
What happens if I enter SCBLPKKXXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SCBLPKKXXXX against the details from Standard Chartered Bank (Pakistan) Limited before you confirm.
Has Standard Chartered Bank (Pakistan) Limited got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 4 SWIFT/BIC codes for Standard Chartered Bank (Pakistan) Limited in Pakistan, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Standard Chartered Bank (Pakistan) Limited.
How long does it take to send money to Standard Chartered Bank (Pakistan) Limited in Pakistan?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Standard Chartered Bank (Pakistan) Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SCBLPKKXXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Pakistan is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What does each part of SCBLPKKXXXX stand for?
SCBL is the bank code of Standard Chartered Bank (Pakistan) Limited, PK stands for Pakistan, KX is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.