SWIFT/BIC code ABSAZAJ2XXX
ABSAZAJ2XXX belongs to Absa Stockbrokers (Proprietary) Limited in Johannesburg, South Africa.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ABSAZAJ2XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ABSAZAJ2 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Absa Stockbrokers (Proprietary) Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Johannesburg |
| Country | South Africa |
How the Absa Stockbrokers (Proprietary) Limited SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ABSA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- ZA Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- J2 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX Branch code
- 3 characters for a specific branch. XXX means the head office.
Check before you send
- Ask the recipient which bank and branch the account is held at.
- Use the head office code (XXX) when no branch is specified.
- Make sure the country in the code matches the country of the account.
Frequently asked questions
What bank is behind BIC ABSAZAJ2XXX?
ABSAZAJ2XXX identifies the main office of Absa Stockbrokers (Proprietary) Limited in Johannesburg, South Africa. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Absa Stockbrokers (Proprietary) Limited.
What does each part of ABSAZAJ2XXX stand for?
ABSA is the bank code of Absa Stockbrokers (Proprietary) Limited, ZA is the ISO code of South Africa, J2 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
What do I need to send money to an account at Absa Stockbrokers (Proprietary) Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code ABSAZAJ2XXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. South Africa is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
How long does a transfer to Absa Stockbrokers (Proprietary) Limited take in South Africa?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What is the best way to send money to Absa Stockbrokers (Proprietary) Limited in South Africa?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in South African Rand with specialist providers before you send.
Is ABSAZAJ2 and ABSAZAJ2XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. ABSAZAJ2 is the 8-character version of ABSAZAJ2XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both will reach Absa Stockbrokers (Proprietary) Limited in Johannesburg.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.