SWIFT/BIC code SOAFZAJ1XXX
SOAFZAJ1XXX belongs to Vw of South Africa in Uitenhage, South Africa.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SOAFZAJ1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SOAFZAJ1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Vw of South Africa |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Uitenhage |
| Country | South Africa |
The way the Vw of South Africa SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SOAF 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
What bank uses SWIFT code SOAFZAJ1XXX?
SOAFZAJ1XXX identifies the headquarters of Vw of South Africa in Uitenhage, South Africa. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Vw of South Africa.
Are SOAFZAJ1 and SOAFZAJ1XXX the same code?
Yes. SOAFZAJ1 is the 8-character version of SOAFZAJ1XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Vw of South Africa in Uitenhage.
What happens if I use SOAFZAJ1XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SOAFZAJ1XXX with the recipient before sending.
What is the best way to send money to Vw of South Africa?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in South African Rand with transfer services before you send.
What does each part of SOAFZAJ1XXX mean?
SOAF is the bank code of Vw of South Africa, ZA stands for South Africa, J1 is the location code and XXX means the head office.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Vw of South Africa?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SOAFZAJ1XXX, 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.