What is a SWIFT code?

A SWIFT code (also called a BIC code) is an 8 or 11 character code that identifies a specific bank and branch for international wire transfers.

Verified🇨🇳 China

STANDARD CHARTERED BANK (CHINA) LIMITED SWIFT Code
China · SHANGHAI

Primary SWIFT / BIC Code

SCBLCNSX

Short code (8-digit):SCBLCNSX

Code Breakdown

SCBL

Bank Code

Identifies the bank institution

Country Code

ISO 3166-1 alpha-2: CN

Location Code

City or regional hub

XXX

Branch Code

Primary head office

Institution Information

Institution Name	STANDARD CHARTERED BANK (CHINA) LIMITED
Country Code	🇨🇳 China
City	SHANGHAI
Currency	CNY

All STANDARD CHARTERED BANK (CHINA) LIMITED SWIFT Codes in China32

SWIFT Code	Branch / City	Type
SCBLCNSX	SHANGHAI	Head Office
SCBLCNSXBJG	BEIJING	Branch
SCBLCNSXCDU	CHENGDU	Branch
SCBLCNSXCHQ	CHONGQING	Branch
SCBLCNSXCHS	CHANGSHA	Branch
SCBLCNSXDLN	DALIAN	Branch
SCBLCNSXFSH	FOSHAN	Branch
SCBLCNSXFTU	SHANGHAI	Branch
SCBLCNSXFUZ	FUZHOU	Branch
SCBLCNSXGZH	GUANGZHOU	Branch
SCBLCNSXHFI	HEFEI	Branch
SCBLCNSXHHT	HOHHOT	Branch
SCBLCNSXHRB	HARBIN	Branch
SCBLCNSXHZH	HANGZHOU	Branch
SCBLCNSXIMN	XIAMEN	Branch
SCBLCNSXJNA	JINAN	Branch
SCBLCNSXKMG	KUNMING	Branch
SCBLCNSXNBO	NINGBO	Branch
SCBLCNSXNCH	NANCHANG	Branch
SCBLCNSXNJG	NANJING	Branch
SCBLCNSXQDO	QINGDAO	Branch
SCBLCNSXSHA	SHANGHAI	Branch
SCBLCNSXSHF	SHANGHAI	Branch
SCBLCNSXSHY	SHENYANG	Branch
SCBLCNSXSHZ	SHENZHEN	Branch
SCBLCNSXSIA	XIAN	Branch
SCBLCNSXSZH	SUZHOU	Branch
SCBLCNSXTAY	TAIYUAN	Branch
SCBLCNSXTJN	TIANJIN	Branch
SCBLCNSXWUH	WUHAN	Branch
SCBLCNSXZHU	ZHUHAI	Branch
SCBLCNSXZZH	ZHENGZHOU	Branch

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the SWIFT code for STANDARD CHARTERED BANK (CHINA) LIMITED?

The primary SWIFT/BIC code for STANDARD CHARTERED BANK (CHINA) LIMITED in China is SCBLCNSX. Use SCBLCNSX for transfers to the head office.

How do I use the STANDARD CHARTERED BANK (CHINA) LIMITED SWIFT code?

To send money to STANDARD CHARTERED BANK (CHINA) LIMITED, enter the SWIFT code SCBLCNSX in your bank's international transfer form.

What is the difference between an 8-digit and 11-digit SWIFT code?

An 8-digit code identifies the bank's head office. An 11-digit code adds a 3-character branch identifier. If unsure, using the 8-digit code is usually safe.

Is this SWIFT code correct and up-to-date?

This data is sourced from publicly available banking registries and verified regularly. Always confirm the SWIFT code with your bank before initiating any transfer.

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Quick Summary

Primary CodeSCBLCNSX

Institution NameSTANDARD CHARTERED BANK (CHINA…

Country Code🇨🇳 China

CurrencyCNY

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Transfer Security Guide

Complete these safety checks before initiating your international wire transfer:

Verify Recipient Bank Name

Ensure the target institution name matches the SWIFT code database record.

Check Branch Identifier (XXX or Branch Code)

Use XXX for the main headquarters. Enter the specific 3-digit branch code only if instructed by the recipient.

Confirm Target Currency & Intermediary Fees

Check if an intermediary bank is involved, which might deduct additional transfer fees.

⚠️ Please review and check all security steps.