SWIFT/BIC code BTRKZAJ1XXX
BTRKZAJ1XXX belongs to Meeg Bank LTD in East London, South Africa.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BTRKZAJ1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BTRKZAJ1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Meeg Bank LTD |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | East London |
| Country | South Africa |
How the Meeg Bank LTD SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BTRK 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
Which institution is behind SWIFT code BTRKZAJ1XXX?
BTRKZAJ1XXX identifies the headquarters of Meeg Bank LTD in East London, South Africa. It is the code to use when a payment to Meeg Bank LTD does not need a specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to Meeg Bank LTD in South Africa?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What is the best way to send money to Meeg Bank LTD?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in South African Rand with transfer services before you send.
What do the letters in BTRKZAJ1XXX stand for?
BTRK is the institution code of Meeg Bank LTD, ZA stands for South Africa, J1 is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Meeg Bank LTD?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BTRKZAJ1XXX, 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.
What happens if I use BTRKZAJ1XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BTRKZAJ1XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.