SWIFT/BIC code ABSAZAJJXXX
ABSAZAJJXXX belongs to Absa Bank Limited in Johannesburg, South Africa.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ABSAZAJJXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ABSAZAJJ |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Absa Bank Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Johannesburg |
| Country | South Africa |
The way 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.
- XXX 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/BIC code ABSAZAJJXXX?
ABSAZAJJXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Absa Bank Limited in Johannesburg, South Africa. Use it when a payment to Absa Bank Limited does not need a specific branch.
Does Absa Bank Limited have 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. All of them are listed on the page of Absa Bank Limited.
What is the best 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 what you receive in South African Rand with transfer services before you send.
What do the letters in ABSAZAJJXXX stand for?
ABSA is the bank code of Absa Bank Limited, ZA is the ISO code of South Africa, JJ is the location code and XXX means the main office.
What do I need to send money to an account at Absa Bank Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code ABSAZAJJXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. South Africa uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What happens if I use ABSAZAJJXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check ABSAZAJJXXX against the details from Absa Bank Limited before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.