SWIFT/BIC code ASTYZAJJXXX
ASTYZAJJXXX belongs to Anchor Stockbrokers (Pty) LTD in Bryanston, South Africa.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ASTYZAJJXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ASTYZAJJ |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Anchor Stockbrokers (Pty) LTD |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Bryanston |
| Country | South Africa |
How the Anchor Stockbrokers (Pty) LTD SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ASTY 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
Which bank uses SWIFT code ASTYZAJJXXX?
ASTYZAJJXXX identifies the headquarters of Anchor Stockbrokers (Pty) LTD in Bryanston, South Africa. Use it when a payment to Anchor Stockbrokers (Pty) LTD does not need a specific branch.
What does each part of ASTYZAJJXXX stand for?
ASTY is the bank code of Anchor Stockbrokers (Pty) LTD, ZA is the ISO code of South Africa, JJ is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Anchor Stockbrokers (Pty) LTD?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code ASTYZAJJXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. South Africa uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
How long does it take to send money to Anchor Stockbrokers (Pty) LTD?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Is ASTYZAJJ and ASTYZAJJXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. ASTYZAJJ is the short version of ASTYZAJJXXX. XXX simply means head office, so both routes your payment to Anchor Stockbrokers (Pty) LTD in Bryanston.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Anchor Stockbrokers (Pty) LTD in South Africa?
Many banks add 1–3% 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.