SWIFT/BIC code LISYZAJ1XXX
LISYZAJ1XXX belongs to Lion Securities Cc in East London, South Africa.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LISYZAJ1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LISYZAJ1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Lion Securities Cc |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | East London |
| Country | South Africa |
How the Lion Securities Cc SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- LISY 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 bank is behind SWIFT code LISYZAJ1XXX?
The code LISYZAJ1XXX belongs to the headquarters of Lion Securities Cc in East London, South Africa. Use it when a payment to Lion Securities Cc does not need a specific branch.
Is LISYZAJ1 and LISYZAJ1XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. LISYZAJ1 is the 8-character version of LISYZAJ1XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Lion Securities Cc in East London.
How long does it take to send money to Lion Securities Cc in South Africa?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What do the letters in LISYZAJ1XXX stand for?
LISY is the institution code of Lion Securities Cc, ZA is the ISO code of South Africa, J1 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Lion Securities Cc?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code LISYZAJ1XXX, 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 is the cheapest way to send money to Lion Securities Cc?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in South African Rand with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.