SWIFT/BIC code SCBLUGKAXXX
SCBLUGKAXXX belongs to Standard Chartered Bank Uganda Limited in Kampala, Uganda.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SCBLUGKAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SCBLUGKA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Standard Chartered Bank Uganda Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Kampala |
| Country | Uganda |
The way the Standard Chartered Bank Uganda 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.
- UG Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- KA 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 bank uses SWIFT code SCBLUGKAXXX?
The code SCBLUGKAXXX belongs to the head office of Standard Chartered Bank Uganda Limited in Kampala, Uganda. Use it when you send money to an account at Standard Chartered Bank Uganda Limited.
What does each part of SCBLUGKAXXX mean?
SCBL is the bank code of Standard Chartered Bank Uganda Limited, UG stands for Uganda, KA is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Standard Chartered Bank Uganda Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SCBLUGKAXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Uganda is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
How long does it take to send money to Standard Chartered Bank Uganda Limited in Uganda?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Standard Chartered Bank Uganda Limited?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Uganda with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter SCBLUGKAXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SCBLUGKAXXX against the details from Standard Chartered Bank Uganda Limited before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.