SWIFT/BIC code SCBLUS33XXX
SCBLUS33XXX belongs to Standard Chartered Bank in New York,ny, United States.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SCBLUS33XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SCBLUS33 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Standard Chartered Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | New York,ny |
| Country | United States |
How the Standard Chartered Bank 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.
- US Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 33 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
What bank uses SWIFT code SCBLUS33XXX?
SCBLUS33XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Standard Chartered Bank in New York,ny, United States. Use it when you send money to an account at Standard Chartered Bank.
Is SCBLUS33 and SCBLUS33XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. SCBLUS33 is the short version of SCBLUS33XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both will reach Standard Chartered Bank in New York,ny.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Standard Chartered Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SCBLUS33XXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. United States is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What does each part of SCBLUS33XXX mean?
SCBL is the bank code of Standard Chartered Bank, US is the ISO code of United States, 33 is the location code and XXX means the main office.
How long does it take to send money to Standard Chartered Bank?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Standard Chartered Bank in United States?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in US Dollar with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.