SWIFT/BIC code SABMZAJ1XXX
SABMZAJ1XXX belongs to South African Breweries LTD in Johannesburg, South Africa.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SABMZAJ1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SABMZAJ1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | South African Breweries LTD |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Johannesburg |
| Country | South Africa |
How the South African Breweries LTD SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SABM 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/BIC code SABMZAJ1XXX?
The code SABMZAJ1XXX belongs to the head office of South African Breweries LTD in Johannesburg, South Africa. It is the code to use when a payment to South African Breweries LTD does not need a specific branch.
What do the letters in SABMZAJ1XXX stand for?
SABM is the institution code of South African Breweries LTD, ZA stands for South Africa, J1 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at South African Breweries LTD?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code SABMZAJ1XXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. South Africa is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
How long does it take to send money to South African Breweries LTD in South Africa?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What happens if I use SABMZAJ1XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check SABMZAJ1XXX with the recipient before sending.
Is SABMZAJ1 and SABMZAJ1XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. SABMZAJ1 is the short version of SABMZAJ1XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to South African Breweries LTD in Johannesburg.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.