SWIFT/BIC code BKSVZAJJXXX
BKSVZAJJXXX belongs to Bankserv Limited in Johannesburg, South Africa.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKSVZAJJXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKSVZAJJ |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bankserv Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Johannesburg |
| Country | South Africa |
The way the Bankserv Limited SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BKSV 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 institution uses SWIFT code BKSVZAJJXXX?
BKSVZAJJXXX identifies the headquarters of Bankserv Limited in Johannesburg, South Africa. It is the code to use when a payment to Bankserv Limited does not need a specific branch.
Are BKSVZAJJ and BKSVZAJJXXX the same code?
Yes. BKSVZAJJ is the 8-character version of BKSVZAJJXXX. XXX simply means head office, so both routes your payment to Bankserv Limited in Johannesburg.
What is the best way to send money to Bankserv Limited?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in South African Rand with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does a transfer to Bankserv Limited take in South Africa?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What does each part of BKSVZAJJXXX stand for?
BKSV is the institution code of Bankserv Limited, ZA is the ISO code of South Africa, JJ is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Bankserv Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BKSVZAJJXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. South Africa uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.