SWIFT/BIC code SCBLZMLXXXX
SCBLZMLXXXX belongs to Standard Chartered Bank Zambia PLC in Lusaka, Zambia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SCBLZMLXXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SCBLZMLX |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Standard Chartered Bank Zambia PLC |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Lusaka |
| Country | Zambia |
The way the Standard Chartered Bank Zambia PLC 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.
- ZM Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- LX 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/BIC code SCBLZMLXXXX?
SCBLZMLXXXX identifies the head office of Standard Chartered Bank Zambia PLC in Lusaka, Zambia. Use it when a payment to Standard Chartered Bank Zambia PLC does not need a specific branch.
Does Standard Chartered Bank Zambia PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 3 SWIFT/BIC codes for Standard Chartered Bank Zambia PLC in Zambia. You can see them all on the bank page.
What do I need to send money to an account at Standard Chartered Bank Zambia PLC?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SCBLZMLXXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Zambia uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What does each part of SCBLZMLXXXX stand for?
SCBL is the institution code of Standard Chartered Bank Zambia PLC, ZM is the ISO code of Zambia, LX is the location code and XXX means the main office.
Is SCBLZMLX and SCBLZMLXXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. SCBLZMLX is the short version of SCBLZMLXXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Standard Chartered Bank Zambia PLC in Lusaka.
How long does it take to send money to Standard Chartered Bank Zambia PLC?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on 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.