SWIFT/BIC code ABSAZAJJCDB
ABSAZAJJCDB belongs to Absa Bank Limited in Durban, South Africa.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ABSAZAJJCDB |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ABSAZAJJ |
| Branch code | CDB |
| Bank | Absa Bank Limited |
| Branch | Corporate Banking Services - Natal/479 |
| City | Durban |
| Country | South Africa |
The way the Absa Bank 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).
- JJ Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- CDB 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
Which branch is behind BIC ABSAZAJJCDB?
The code ABSAZAJJCDB belongs to Corporate Banking Services - Natal/479, a branch or department of Absa Bank Limited in Durban, South Africa. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use ABSAZAJJCDB with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check ABSAZAJJCDB against the details from Absa Bank Limited before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Absa Bank Limited in South Africa?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in South African Rand with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of ABSAZAJJCDB mean?
ABSA is the institution code of Absa Bank Limited, ZA stands for South Africa, JJ is the location code and CDB identifies the branch Corporate Banking Services - Natal/479.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Absa Bank Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code ABSAZAJJCDB, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. South Africa is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
How long does a transfer to Absa Bank Limited take in South Africa?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.