SWIFT/BIC code PDWEZAJ1XXX
PDWEZAJ1XXX belongs to Philippus de Witt Emds Bpk in Johannesburg, South Africa.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PDWEZAJ1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PDWEZAJ1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Philippus de Witt Emds Bpk |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Johannesburg |
| Country | South Africa |
How the Philippus de Witt Emds Bpk SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- PDWE 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 institution uses SWIFT code PDWEZAJ1XXX?
PDWEZAJ1XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Philippus de Witt Emds Bpk in Johannesburg, South Africa. Use it when a payment to Philippus de Witt Emds Bpk does not need a specific branch.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Philippus de Witt Emds Bpk?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code PDWEZAJ1XXX, 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 PDWEZAJ1XXX stand for?
PDWE is the institution code of Philippus de Witt Emds Bpk, ZA stands for South Africa, J1 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
How long does a transfer to Philippus de Witt Emds Bpk take in South Africa?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Philippus de Witt Emds Bpk in South Africa?
Many banks 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 – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use PDWEZAJ1XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check PDWEZAJ1XXX against the details from Philippus de Witt Emds Bpk before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.