SWIFT/BIC code IVESZAJJXXX
IVESZAJJXXX belongs to Investec Bank LTD. in Sandton, South Africa.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | IVESZAJJXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | IVESZAJJ |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Investec Bank LTD. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Sandton |
| Country | South Africa |
How the Investec Bank LTD. SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- IVES 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
What bank is behind BIC IVESZAJJXXX?
The code IVESZAJJXXX belongs to the main office of Investec Bank LTD. in Sandton, South Africa. It is the code to use when a payment to Investec Bank LTD. does not need a specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Investec Bank LTD. take in South Africa?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What do I need to send money to an account at Investec Bank LTD.?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code IVESZAJJXXX, 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 IVESZAJJXXX mean?
IVES is the institution code of Investec Bank LTD., ZA is the ISO code of South Africa, JJ is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
What is the best way to send money to Investec Bank LTD.?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in South African Rand with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I use IVESZAJJXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check IVESZAJJXXX 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.