SWIFT/BIC code ABSAZAJJCRD
ABSAZAJJCRD belongs to Absa Bank Limited in Pretoria, South Africa.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ABSAZAJJCRD |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ABSAZAJJ |
| Branch code | CRD |
| Bank | Absa Bank Limited |
| Branch | Credit Card Admin Centre |
| City | Pretoria |
| Country | South Africa |
How the Absa Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- CRD 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 bank is behind BIC ABSAZAJJCRD?
The code ABSAZAJJCRD belongs to Credit Card Admin Centre, a branch or department of Absa Bank Limited in Pretoria, South Africa. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Absa Bank Limited in South Africa?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in South African Rand with transfer services before you send.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Absa Bank Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code ABSAZAJJCRD, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. South Africa is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
How long does it take to send money to Absa Bank Limited in South Africa?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Can I use ABSAZAJJ instead of ABSAZAJJCRD?
ABSAZAJJ is the head office of Absa Bank Limited, while ABSAZAJJCRD points to Credit Card Admin Centre. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use ABSAZAJJCRD if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I use ABSAZAJJCRD with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check ABSAZAJJCRD with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.