SWIFT/BIC code SSBSZAJJXXX
SSBSZAJJXXX belongs to Citigroup Global Markets (Pty) LTD in Johannesburg, South Africa.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SSBSZAJJXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SSBSZAJJ |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Citigroup Global Markets (Pty) LTD |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Johannesburg |
| Country | South Africa |
The way the Citigroup Global Markets (Pty) LTD SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SSBS 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
What bank is behind BIC SSBSZAJJXXX?
The code SSBSZAJJXXX belongs to the head office of Citigroup Global Markets (Pty) LTD in Johannesburg, South Africa. Use it when a payment to Citigroup Global Markets (Pty) LTD does not need a specific branch.
Does Citigroup Global Markets (Pty) LTD have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – SSBSZAJJXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Citigroup Global Markets (Pty) LTD in South Africa, so there is no branch code to choose.
What is the best way to send money to Citigroup Global Markets (Pty) LTD?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in South African Rand with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Are SSBSZAJJ and SSBSZAJJXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. SSBSZAJJ is the 8-character version of SSBSZAJJXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version will reach Citigroup Global Markets (Pty) LTD in Johannesburg.
How long does it take to send money to Citigroup Global Markets (Pty) LTD in South Africa?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Citigroup Global Markets (Pty) LTD?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code SSBSZAJJXXX, 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.