SWIFT/BIC code SBJMZAJJXXX
SBJMZAJJXXX belongs to Barnard Jacobs Mellett and Co (Pty) Limited in Johannesburg, South Africa.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SBJMZAJJXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SBJMZAJJ |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Barnard Jacobs Mellett and Co (Pty) Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Johannesburg |
| Country | South Africa |
How the Barnard Jacobs Mellett and Co (Pty) Limited SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SBJM 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 SWIFT/BIC code SBJMZAJJXXX?
SBJMZAJJXXX identifies the head office of Barnard Jacobs Mellett and Co (Pty) Limited in Johannesburg, South Africa. Use it when a payment to Barnard Jacobs Mellett and Co (Pty) Limited does not need a specific branch.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Barnard Jacobs Mellett and Co (Pty) Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SBJMZAJJXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. South Africa is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Are SBJMZAJJ and SBJMZAJJXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. SBJMZAJJ is the short version of SBJMZAJJXXX. XXX simply means head office, so both routes your payment to Barnard Jacobs Mellett and Co (Pty) Limited in Johannesburg.
What do the letters in SBJMZAJJXXX stand for?
SBJM is the institution code of Barnard Jacobs Mellett and Co (Pty) Limited, ZA stands for South Africa, JJ is the location code and XXX means the main office.
What happens if I use SBJMZAJJXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check SBJMZAJJXXX against the details from Barnard Jacobs Mellett and Co (Pty) Limited before sending.
How long does it take to send money to Barnard Jacobs Mellett and Co (Pty) Limited in South Africa?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.