SWIFT/BIC code AFRPZAJ1XXX
AFRPZAJ1XXX belongs to Afripack in Durban, South Africa.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | AFRPZAJ1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | AFRPZAJ1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Afripack |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Durban |
| Country | South Africa |
How the Afripack SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- AFRP 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 BIC AFRPZAJ1XXX?
The code AFRPZAJ1XXX belongs to the head office of Afripack in Durban, South Africa. Use it when a payment to Afripack does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I use AFRPZAJ1XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check AFRPZAJ1XXX against the details from Afripack before sending.
Are AFRPZAJ1 and AFRPZAJ1XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. AFRPZAJ1 is the short version of AFRPZAJ1XXX. XXX simply means head office, so both will reach Afripack in Durban.
Does Afripack use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – AFRPZAJ1XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Afripack in South Africa, so there is no branch code to choose.
What does each part of AFRPZAJ1XXX mean?
AFRP is the institution code of Afripack, ZA stands for South Africa, J1 is the location code and XXX means the head office.
What is the best way to send money to Afripack?
Banks often 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.