Standard Chartered SWIFT Code: SCBLGB2L

Standard Chartered SWIFT Code: SCBLGB2L

The SWIFT/BIC code for Standard Chartered is SCBLGB2L. SCBL identifies Standard Chartered Bank Limited, GB stands for the United Kingdom, and 2L is the location code for London, where the bank's global headquarters is located.

Standard Chartered is headquartered in London but earns the majority of its revenue from Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. It operates in over 50 countries and is a major corridor bank for trade finance between these regions. Each country office uses a distinct SWIFT code.

How to Wire Money to Standard Chartered

To send an international wire to a Standard Chartered UK account, you'll need the recipient's name, their IBAN (UK IBANs start with GB), the sort code, and the SWIFT code SCBLGB2L. The bank's registered address is 1 Basinghall Avenue, London EC2V 5DD, United Kingdom.

For transfers to Standard Chartered branches in Asia or Africa, you will need the country-specific SWIFT code — for example, SCBLHKHH for Hong Kong or SCBLSGSG for Singapore. Incoming wires typically take 1 to 3 business days.

Standard Chartered in Global Trade

Standard Chartered is one of the most active banks in trade finance, particularly along corridors linking Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. The bank facilitates letters of credit, supply chain financing, and cross-border payments for businesses operating in emerging markets.

Wire transfer fees vary by country and account type. In the UK, outgoing international wires typically cost £20 to £40. Incoming wire fees depend on the currency and whether conversion is needed.

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