SCBLZMLXSSU — STANDARD CHARTERED BANK ZAMBIA PLC
SCBLZMLXSSU is the SWIFT/BIC code for STANDARD CHARTERED BANK ZAMBIA PLC in LUSAKA, Zambia — an 11-character branch code under ISO 9362.
SCBLZMLXSSU is the SWIFT/BIC code for STANDARD CHARTERED BANK ZAMBIA PLC in LUSAKA, Zambia. It is an 11-character branch identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
Head-office code: SCBLZMLX
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | STANDARD CHARTERED BANK ZAMBIA PLC |
| Country | Zambia (ZM) |
| Location Code | LX |
| Branch | SECURITIES SERVICES UNIT |
| Type | 11-character branch code (BIC11) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code SCBLZMLXSSU belong to?
The SWIFT code SCBLZMLXSSU identifies STANDARD CHARTERED BANK ZAMBIA PLC in LUSAKA, Zambia. This branch code is used for cross-border payments and SWIFT network routing.
What do the parts of the SWIFT code SCBLZMLXSSU mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of SCBLZMLXSSU are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (SCBL) represent the bank code for STANDARD CHARTERED BANK ZAMBIA PLC; characters 5-6 (ZM) indicate the country code for Zambia; characters 7-8 (LX) specify the location code; and the final characters (SSU) designate the specific branch.
Is the BIC code SCBLZMLXSSU active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) SCBLZMLXSSU is registered under ISO 9362 and is active for routing interbank messages. Location characters 'LX' designate it as a primary active participant.
Can I use the head office code SCBLZMLX instead of SCBLZMLXSSU?
Yes. The 8-character code SCBLZMLX represents the primary headquarters of STANDARD CHARTERED BANK ZAMBIA PLC. The 11-character code SCBLZMLXSSU targets the specific branch directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to SCBLZMLX (or SCBLZMLXXXX) will route them to the main head office.
What is the physical address of the bank registered to SCBLZMLXSSU?
The physical address registered for SCBLZMLXSSU is: STANDARD CHARTERED HOUSE, CAIRO ROAD, 10101, LUSAKA, Zambia. Verify this address matches your recipient's branch details before initiating a transaction.
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).