SWIFT/BIC code HOBLZAJJXXX
HOBLZAJJXXX belongs to Habib Overseas Bank Limited in Johannesburg, South Africa.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HOBLZAJJXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HOBLZAJJ |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Habib Overseas Bank Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Johannesburg |
| Country | South Africa |
How the Habib Overseas Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- HOBL 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 HOBLZAJJXXX?
HOBLZAJJXXX identifies the headquarters of Habib Overseas Bank Limited in Johannesburg, South Africa. Use it when you send money to an account at Habib Overseas Bank Limited.
What happens if I use HOBLZAJJXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HOBLZAJJXXX against the details from Habib Overseas Bank Limited before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Habib Overseas Bank Limited?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in South African Rand with specialist providers before you send.
Does Habib Overseas Bank Limited use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – HOBLZAJJXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Habib Overseas Bank Limited in South Africa, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What do I need to send money to an account at Habib Overseas Bank Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code HOBLZAJJXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. South Africa uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What does each part of HOBLZAJJXXX mean?
HOBL is the institution code of Habib Overseas Bank Limited, ZA stands for South Africa, JJ is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.