SWIFT/BIC code BIDBZAJJXXX
BIDBZAJJXXX belongs to Bidvest Bank LTD in Braamfontein, South Africa.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BIDBZAJJXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BIDBZAJJ |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bidvest Bank LTD |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Braamfontein |
| Country | South Africa |
The way the Bidvest Bank LTD SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BIDB 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 BIC BIDBZAJJXXX?
The code BIDBZAJJXXX belongs to the main office of Bidvest Bank LTD in Braamfontein, South Africa. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Bidvest Bank LTD.
What do the letters in BIDBZAJJXXX stand for?
BIDB is the institution code of Bidvest Bank LTD, ZA is the ISO code of South Africa, JJ is the location code and XXX means the head office.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Bidvest Bank LTD?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BIDBZAJJXXX, 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 Bidvest Bank LTD?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What is the best way to send money to Bidvest Bank LTD?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in South African Rand with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Bidvest Bank LTD use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, BIDBZAJJXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Bidvest Bank LTD in South Africa, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.