SWIFT/BIC code SCBLSGSGXXX
SCBLSGSGXXX belongs to Standard Chartered Bank in Singapore, Singapore.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SCBLSGSGXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SCBLSGSG |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Standard Chartered Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Singapore |
| Country | Singapore |
The way the Standard Chartered Bank 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.
- SG Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- SG 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 BIC SCBLSGSGXXX?
SCBLSGSGXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Standard Chartered Bank in Singapore, Singapore. Use it when a payment to Standard Chartered Bank does not need a specific branch.
What does each part of SCBLSGSGXXX stand for?
SCBL is the bank code of Standard Chartered Bank, SG is the ISO code of Singapore, SG is the location code and XXX means the main office.
What do I need to send money to an account at Standard Chartered Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SCBLSGSGXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Singapore uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Has Standard Chartered Bank got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 9 SWIFT/BIC codes for Standard Chartered Bank in Singapore, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Standard Chartered Bank.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Standard Chartered Bank?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Singapore Dollar with transfer services before you send.
How long does a transfer to Standard Chartered Bank take in Singapore?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.