SWIFT/BIC code SCHBBWGX022
SCHBBWGX022 belongs to Standard Chartered Bank Botswana LTD. in Gaborone, Botswana.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SCHBBWGX022 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SCHBBWGX |
| Branch code | 022 |
| Bank | Standard Chartered Bank Botswana LTD. |
| Branch | Standard House |
| City | Gaborone |
| Country | Botswana |
How the Standard Chartered Bank Botswana LTD. SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SCHB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- BW Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- GX Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 022 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 branch is behind SWIFT/BIC code SCHBBWGX022?
The code SCHBBWGX022 belongs to Standard House, part of Standard Chartered Bank Botswana LTD. in Gaborone, Botswana. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use SCHBBWGX instead of SCHBBWGX022?
SCHBBWGX points to the main office of Standard Chartered Bank Botswana LTD., while SCHBBWGX022 points to Standard House. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SCHBBWGX022.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Standard Chartered Bank Botswana LTD. in Botswana?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Botswana with transfer services before you send.
What do I need to send money to an account at Standard Chartered Bank Botswana LTD.?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SCHBBWGX022, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Botswana is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
How long does a transfer to Standard Chartered Bank Botswana LTD. take in Botswana?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Does Standard Chartered Bank Botswana LTD. have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 17 SWIFT/BIC codes for Standard Chartered Bank Botswana LTD. in Botswana. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.