SCBLGB2GGBL — STANDARD CHARTERED BANK
SCBLGB2GGBL is the SWIFT/BIC code for STANDARD CHARTERED BANK in LONDON, United Kingdom — an 11-character branch code under ISO 9362.
SCBLGB2GGBL is the SWIFT/BIC code for STANDARD CHARTERED BANK in LONDON, United Kingdom. It is an 11-character branch identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
Head-office code: SCBLGB2G
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | STANDARD CHARTERED BANK |
| Country | United Kingdom (GB) |
| Location Code | 2G |
| Branch | GLOBAL MARKETS |
| Type | 11-character branch code (BIC11) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code SCBLGB2GGBL belong to?
The SWIFT code SCBLGB2GGBL identifies STANDARD CHARTERED BANK in LONDON, United Kingdom. This branch code is used for cross-border payments and SWIFT network routing.
What do the parts of the SWIFT code SCBLGB2GGBL mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of SCBLGB2GGBL are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (SCBL) represent the bank code for STANDARD CHARTERED BANK; characters 5-6 (GB) indicate the country code for United Kingdom; characters 7-8 (2G) specify the location code; and the final characters (GBL) designate the specific branch.
Is the BIC code SCBLGB2GGBL active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) SCBLGB2GGBL is registered under ISO 9362 and is active for routing interbank messages. Location characters '2G' designate it as a primary active participant.
Can I use the head office code SCBLGB2G instead of SCBLGB2GGBL?
Yes. The 8-character code SCBLGB2G represents the primary headquarters of STANDARD CHARTERED BANK. The 11-character code SCBLGB2GGBL targets the specific branch directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to SCBLGB2G (or SCBLGB2GXXX) will route them to the main head office.
What is the physical address of the bank registered to SCBLGB2GGBL?
The physical address registered for SCBLGB2GGBL is: 1 BASINGHALL AVENUE, EC2V 5DD, LONDON, United Kingdom. Verify this address matches your recipient's branch details before initiating a transaction.
What routing networks operate with the SCBLGB2GGBL code in United Kingdom?
The SWIFT code SCBLGB2GGBL is used for international inbound wire transfers in the United Kingdom. Domestic GBP clearings route via BACS, CHAPS and Faster Payments rather than SWIFT.
Sources & References
- 🌐 ISO 9362: The official standard defining the Business Identifier Code (BIC) format guidelines.
- 🏢 SWIFT Registration Authority: The organization designated by ISO to register and publish BICs (swift.com).