Standard Chartered Bank (Singapore) Limited uses SCBLSG22 as its current SWIFT/BIC for Standard Chartered Singapore accounts. For local Singapore payment rails, the bank code shown in Standard Chartered’s own BIC notice is 9496. Some bank forms may display the 11-character version as SCBLSG22XXX, but transfer senders should still follow the exact instructions shown by the receiving bank, the payee record and Standard Chartered’s latest official notices.
Bank Code: 9496
Country: Singapore
Used for FAST, GIRO, PayNow, MEPS and TT
Standard Chartered Singapore Code Data Panel
Standard Chartered Bank (Singapore) Limited
SCBLSG22
SCBLSG22XXX may appear where a platform requires 11 characters; verify with the remitting bank before sending.
9496
Do not use SCBLSGSG for inward telegraphic transfers after 23 May 2026. Former bank code 7144 is no longer the current SCBSL bank code.
Singapore
Interbank GIRO, FAST, PayNow, MEPS and telegraphic transfers to Standard Chartered Bank (Singapore) Limited accounts.
Standard Chartered BIC notice
For transfer accuracy, match the beneficiary name, account number, BIC and bank code with the payee’s latest bank instructions. A valid-looking SWIFT code does not by itself confirm that the account details are correct.
What SCBLSG22 Means
The BIC SCBLSG22 identifies Standard Chartered Bank (Singapore) Limited for Singapore payment processing. It should not be confused with the old Singapore Branch BIC SCBLSGSG, which Standard Chartered says should not be used for inward telegraphic transfers after 23 May 2026.
| Code Part | Value | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Code | SCBL | Identifies Standard Chartered as the bank group in the BIC structure. |
| Country Code | SG | Identifies Singapore as the country. |
| Location Code | 22 | Identifies the Standard Chartered Bank (Singapore) Limited BIC location. |
| Optional Branch Code | XXX | Used by some systems when an 11-character BIC is required. Confirm this field if the sender bank asks for a branch-specific value. |
For a wider reference point, compare this with the major Singapore bank SWIFT codes used by other banks.
Standard Chartered Singapore Transfer Detail Table
Different payment rails may ask for different fields. The table below keeps the Standard Chartered Singapore code fields separate so the sender does not mix SWIFT/BIC, bank code and branch code fields.
| Transfer Type | Code to Use | Bank Code | What to Check | Official Verification |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Inward Telegraphic Transfer | SCBLSG22 | 9496 if requested by the platform | Beneficiary bank name should be Standard Chartered Bank (Singapore) Limited. Do not use SCBLSGSG after 23 May 2026. | Standard Chartered ITT reminder |
| FAST | SCBLSG22 | 9496 | Use the bank name shown in the sender bank’s transfer screen and confirm the recipient account number. | Standard Chartered BIC notice |
| Interbank GIRO | SCBLSG22 | 9496 | GIRO arrangements may use bank code fields; verify the payee setup before submitting recurring instructions. | Standard Chartered BIC notice |
| PayNow | SCBLSG22 where bank BIC is requested | 9496 where bank code is requested | Confirm the PayNow proxy or registered payee name before approving the transfer. | Standard Chartered BIC notice |
| MEPS | SCBLSG22 | 9496 | Standard Chartered states that SGD MEPS+ payments to the Branch BIC SCBLSGSG after 12 March 2021 will be rejected. | Standard Chartered BIC notice |
| Saved Payee or Standing Remittance | SCBLSG22 | 9496 | Review saved payees that still show SCBLSGSG, especially for inward telegraphic transfers. | Standard Chartered ITT reminder |
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For local transfer mechanics, the FAST transfer process, PayNow setup in Singapore and MEPS payment notes help explain why Singapore forms may ask for different code fields.
SWIFT Code vs Bank Code vs Branch Code
SWIFT / BIC
Used to identify the bank in international and some domestic payment messages. For Standard Chartered Bank (Singapore) Limited, the current BIC shown by the bank is SCBLSG22.
Bank Code
Used in Singapore local clearing contexts. Standard Chartered’s notice lists 9496 as the bank code for SCBSL.
Branch Code
A branch code is not the same as the optional XXX in an 11-character BIC. If a Singapore form asks for a branch code, use the bank’s payee instructions or the sender bank’s approved bank-code list.
Account Number
The account number identifies the recipient account. The BIC and bank code identify the bank, but they do not confirm the account holder by themselves.
For bank code fields across other banks, use the Singapore bank code list as a starting point, then confirm the final entry inside the sending bank’s payment screen.
Recent Code Change Timeline
Standard Chartered Bank (Singapore) Limited began operating under BIC SCBLSG22 and bank code 9496 for Interbank GIRO, FAST, PayNow, MEPS and telegraphic transfer transactions intended for SCBSL accounts.
Standard Chartered stated that SGD MEPS+ payments to the Branch BIC SCBLSGSG initiated after this date would be rejected.
Standard Chartered’s final reminder states that inward telegraphic transfers sent using SCBLSGSG will be rejected and future ITT payments should use SCBLSG22.
Saved payees can be out of date. Before sending a large or time-sensitive transfer, review the BIC inside the payment screen and check the latest Standard Chartered notice.
What to Check Before Sending
Bank Name
Use Standard Chartered Bank (Singapore) Limited where the platform asks for the beneficiary bank name.
BIC Field
Use SCBLSG22 unless the sender bank specifically asks for an 11-character BIC format.
Bank Code Field
Use 9496 where a Singapore bank code field is required for SCBSL payments.
Old Payees
Replace saved payees that still show SCBLSGSG for inward telegraphic transfers.
Fees, FX spreads and correspondent-bank deductions can affect the amount received. The international transfer fees page explains common cost layers without treating any provider as suitable for every transfer.
Bank Context and Local Access
Standard Chartered Bank (Singapore) Limited is listed in the Monetary Authority of Singapore Financial Institutions Directory as a Qualifying Full Bank. MAS also lists the bank’s contact address at 8 Marina Boulevard, Marina Bay Financial Centre Tower 1. For customer-facing location planning, use the Standard Chartered branch locations page together with the bank’s official branch tools.
MAS institution listing
Standard Chartered Singapore profile
Use official bank channels for account-specific transfer instructions.
FAQ
What is the Standard Chartered Singapore SWIFT code?
The current SWIFT/BIC shown by Standard Chartered Bank (Singapore) Limited is SCBLSG22. Some sender banks may ask for an 11-character format, where SCBLSG22XXX may appear.
What is the Standard Chartered Singapore bank code?
Standard Chartered’s own BIC notice lists 9496 as the bank code for Standard Chartered Bank (Singapore) Limited.
Can I still use SCBLSGSG?
No for inward telegraphic transfers after 23 May 2026. Standard Chartered states that inward telegraphic transfers sent using SCBLSGSG will be rejected.
Is SCBLSG22 the same as a branch code?
No. SCBLSG22 is a BIC. A branch code is a separate local code field when a Singapore form asks for one. Use the recipient’s bank instructions if a branch code is requested.
Do I need SWIFT for FAST or PayNow?
Many local transfers are selected through a bank name, account number or PayNow proxy. If the platform asks for a BIC or bank code, Standard Chartered’s current SCBSL values are SCBLSG22 and 9496.
Verification Notes
Primary verification should come from Standard Chartered Bank (Singapore) Limited’s own notices, the payment screen used by the remitting bank and the beneficiary’s latest account instructions. Standard Chartered’s BIC notice states that SCBSL uses SCBLSG22 and bank code 9496 for GIRO, FAST, PayNow, MEPS and telegraphic transfer transactions. Its 2026 reminder states that inward telegraphic transfers sent using SCBLSGSG will be rejected from 23 May 2026.
Useful official checks: Standard Chartered BIC and bank code notice, Standard Chartered SCBLSG22 reminder and MAS Financial Institutions Directory.
