SWIFT/BIC code SCBLZAJ2XXX
SCBLZAJ2XXX belongs to Standard Chartered Bank in Johannesburg, South Africa.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SCBLZAJ2XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SCBLZAJ2 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Standard Chartered Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Johannesburg |
| Country | South Africa |
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.
- ZA Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- J2 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 BIC SCBLZAJ2XXX?
SCBLZAJ2XXX identifies the main office of Standard Chartered Bank in Johannesburg, South Africa. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Standard Chartered Bank.
How long does a transfer to Standard Chartered Bank take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What does each part of SCBLZAJ2XXX stand for?
SCBL is the institution code of Standard Chartered Bank, ZA is the ISO code of South Africa, J2 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Standard Chartered Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code SCBLZAJ2XXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. South Africa is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Standard Chartered Bank?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in South African Rand with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use SCBLZAJ2XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check SCBLZAJ2XXX against the details from Standard Chartered Bank before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.