SWIFT/BIC code SARBZAJSXXX
SARBZAJSXXX belongs to South African Reserve Bank in Pretoria, South Africa.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SARBZAJSXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SARBZAJS |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | South African Reserve Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Pretoria |
| Country | South Africa |
How the South African Reserve Bank SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SARB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- ZA Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- JS 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 SWIFT code SARBZAJSXXX?
SARBZAJSXXX identifies the headquarters of South African Reserve Bank in Pretoria, South Africa. Use it when you send money to an account at South African Reserve Bank.
Are SARBZAJS and SARBZAJSXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. SARBZAJS is the short version of SARBZAJSXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both will reach South African Reserve Bank in Pretoria.
What happens if I enter SARBZAJSXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check SARBZAJSXXX with the recipient before sending.
What do the letters in SARBZAJSXXX mean?
SARB is the institution code of South African Reserve Bank, ZA stands for South Africa, JS is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
What do I need to send money to an account at South African Reserve Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code SARBZAJSXXX, the IBAN or local account number 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 Reserve Bank in South Africa?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.