SWIFT/BIC code AFRCZAJJXXX
AFRCZAJJXXX belongs to African Bank Limited in Johannesburg, South Africa.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | AFRCZAJJXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | AFRCZAJJ |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | African Bank Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Johannesburg |
| Country | South Africa |
The way the African Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- AFRC 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code AFRCZAJJXXX?
The code AFRCZAJJXXX belongs to the head office of African Bank Limited in Johannesburg, South Africa. Use it when you send money to an account at African Bank Limited.
What is the best way to send money to African 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 transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does it take to send money to African Bank Limited in South Africa?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What does each part of AFRCZAJJXXX mean?
AFRC is the institution code of African Bank Limited, ZA stands for South Africa, JJ is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at African Bank Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code AFRCZAJJXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. South Africa is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What happens if I enter AFRCZAJJXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check AFRCZAJJXXX against the details from African 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.