SWIFT/BIC code LISAZAJJXXX
LISAZAJJXXX belongs to Mercantile Bank LTD in Sandton, South Africa.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LISAZAJJXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LISAZAJJ |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Mercantile Bank LTD |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Sandton |
| Country | South Africa |
How the Mercantile Bank LTD SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- LISA 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 LISAZAJJXXX?
LISAZAJJXXX identifies the head office of Mercantile Bank LTD in Sandton, South Africa. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Mercantile Bank LTD.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Mercantile Bank LTD?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in South African Rand with specialist providers before you send.
What happens if I enter LISAZAJJXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check LISAZAJJXXX against the details from Mercantile Bank LTD before sending.
Is LISAZAJJ and LISAZAJJXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. LISAZAJJ is the 8-character version of LISAZAJJXXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to Mercantile Bank LTD in Sandton.
What do I need to send money to an account at Mercantile Bank LTD?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code LISAZAJJXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. South Africa uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What does each part of LISAZAJJXXX stand for?
LISA is the institution code of Mercantile Bank LTD, ZA is the ISO code of South Africa, JJ is the code for the city or region 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.