SWIFT/BIC code ABSAZAJJMG2
ABSAZAJJMG2 belongs to Absa Bank Limited in Johannesburg, South Africa.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ABSAZAJJMG2 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ABSAZAJJ |
| Branch code | MG2 |
| Bank | Absa Bank Limited |
| Branch | Absa Trade Reporting |
| 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.
- MG2 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code ABSAZAJJMG2?
The code ABSAZAJJMG2 belongs to Absa Trade Reporting, a branch or department of Absa Bank Limited in Johannesburg, South Africa. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Absa Bank Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code ABSAZAJJMG2, 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.
What happens if I enter ABSAZAJJMG2 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check ABSAZAJJMG2 with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to Absa Bank Limited take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What is the cheapest 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 the amount that arrives in South African Rand with specialist providers before you send.
Has Absa Bank Limited got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.