SWIFT/BIC code AEIBZAJ1XXX
AEIBZAJ1XXX belongs to American Express Bank in Braamfontein, South Africa.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | AEIBZAJ1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | AEIBZAJ1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | American Express Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Braamfontein |
| Country | South Africa |
The way the American Express Bank SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- AEIB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- ZA Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- J1 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 uses SWIFT code AEIBZAJ1XXX?
The code AEIBZAJ1XXX belongs to the head office of American Express Bank in Braamfontein, South Africa. It is the code to use when a payment to American Express Bank does not need a specific branch.
Are AEIBZAJ1 and AEIBZAJ1XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. AEIBZAJ1 is the 8-character version of AEIBZAJ1XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both will reach American Express Bank in Braamfontein.
Does American Express Bank use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, AEIBZAJ1XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for American Express Bank in South Africa, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What happens if I use AEIBZAJ1XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check AEIBZAJ1XXX with the recipient before sending.
How long does it take to send money to American Express Bank?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What does each part of AEIBZAJ1XXX stand for?
AEIB is the institution code of American Express Bank, ZA stands for South Africa, J1 is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.