SWIFT/BIC code ABSAZAJJFI1
ABSAZAJJFI1 belongs to Absa Bank Limited in Johannesburg, South Africa.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ABSAZAJJFI1 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ABSAZAJJ |
| Branch code | FI1 |
| Bank | Absa Bank Limited |
| Branch | Fixed Income Instrument |
| City | Johannesburg |
| 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.
- FI1 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code ABSAZAJJFI1?
The code ABSAZAJJFI1 belongs to Fixed Income Instrument, part of Absa Bank Limited in Johannesburg, South Africa. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Has Absa Bank Limited got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 24 SWIFT/BIC codes for Absa Bank Limited in South Africa. You can see them all on the bank page.
What is the best way to send money to Absa Bank Limited in South Africa?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in South African Rand with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use ABSAZAJJ instead of ABSAZAJJFI1?
ABSAZAJJ is the head office of Absa Bank Limited, while ABSAZAJJFI1 points to Fixed Income Instrument. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention ABSAZAJJFI1.
What does each part of ABSAZAJJFI1 stand for?
ABSA is the institution code of Absa Bank Limited, ZA stands for South Africa, JJ is the location code and FI1 identifies the department Fixed Income Instrument.
What happens if I use ABSAZAJJFI1 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check ABSAZAJJFI1 with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.