SWIFT/BIC code ABSAZAJJFI2
ABSAZAJJFI2 belongs to Absa Bank Limited in Johannesburg, South Africa.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ABSAZAJJFI2 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ABSAZAJJ |
| Branch code | FI2 |
| Bank | Absa Bank Limited |
| Branch | Fixed Income Instrument |
| City | Johannesburg |
| Country | South Africa |
How 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.
- FI2 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 SWIFT code ABSAZAJJFI2?
ABSAZAJJFI2 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Fixed Income Instrument, a unit of Absa Bank Limited in Johannesburg, South Africa. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Has Absa Bank Limited got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 24 SWIFT/BIC codes for Absa Bank Limited in South Africa, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use ABSAZAJJ instead of ABSAZAJJFI2?
ABSAZAJJ points to the main office of Absa Bank Limited, while ABSAZAJJFI2 is Fixed Income Instrument. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention ABSAZAJJFI2.
What happens if I use ABSAZAJJFI2 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check ABSAZAJJFI2 with the recipient before sending.
What does each part of ABSAZAJJFI2 stand for?
ABSA is the institution code of Absa Bank Limited, ZA stands for South Africa, JJ is the location code and FI2 is the code of the department Fixed Income Instrument.
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. Check the amount that arrives in South African Rand with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.