SWIFT/BIC code HSBCZAJJXXX
HSBCZAJJXXX belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in Sandton, South Africa.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HSBCZAJJXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HSBCZAJJ |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Sandton |
| Country | South Africa |
How the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- HSBC 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 HSBCZAJJXXX?
HSBCZAJJXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of HSBC Bank PLC in Sandton, South Africa. Use it when a payment to HSBC Bank PLC does not need a specific branch.
What does each part of HSBCZAJJXXX mean?
HSBC is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, ZA stands for South Africa, JJ is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at HSBC Bank PLC?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code HSBCZAJJXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. South Africa is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Does HSBC Bank PLC use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – HSBCZAJJXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for HSBC Bank PLC in South Africa, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What happens if I use HSBCZAJJXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HSBCZAJJXXX with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.