SWIFT/BIC code BKSVZAJSXXX
BKSVZAJSXXX belongs to Bank Serv Limited in Johannesburg, South Africa.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKSVZAJSXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKSVZAJS |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank Serv Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Johannesburg |
| Country | South Africa |
How the Bank Serv Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
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).
- JS 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 code BKSVZAJSXXX?
BKSVZAJSXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Bank Serv Limited in Johannesburg, South Africa. It is the code to use when a payment to Bank Serv Limited does not need a specific branch.
What do I need to send money to an account at Bank Serv Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BKSVZAJSXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. South Africa is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What do the letters in BKSVZAJSXXX mean?
BKSV is the bank code of Bank Serv Limited, ZA stands for South Africa, JS is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
How long does it take to send money to Bank Serv Limited?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Are BKSVZAJS and BKSVZAJSXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. BKSVZAJS is the 8-character version of BKSVZAJSXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version routes your payment to Bank Serv Limited in Johannesburg.
What happens if I enter BKSVZAJSXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BKSVZAJSXXX against the details from Bank Serv Limited before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.