SWIFT/BIC code VBSMZAJJXXX

VBSMZAJJXXX belongs to Vbs Mutual Bank in Rivonia, South Africa.

VBSMZAJJXXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeVBSMZAJJXXX
8-character codeVBSMZAJJ
Branch codeXXX
BankVbs Mutual Bank
BranchHead office
CityRivonia
CountrySouth Africa

The way the Vbs Mutual Bank SWIFT/BIC is built up

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

VBSM 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 institution uses SWIFT/BIC code VBSMZAJJXXX?

VBSMZAJJXXX identifies the main office of Vbs Mutual Bank in Rivonia, South Africa. Use it when you send money to an account at Vbs Mutual Bank.

What happens if I enter VBSMZAJJXXX with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check VBSMZAJJXXX with the recipient before sending.

Is VBSMZAJJ and VBSMZAJJXXX the same code?

Yes, they are. VBSMZAJJ is the short version of VBSMZAJJXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Vbs Mutual Bank in Rivonia.

Does Vbs Mutual Bank have only one SWIFT/BIC code?

Yes – VBSMZAJJXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Vbs Mutual Bank in South Africa, so you do not need to pick a branch code.

How long does a transfer to Vbs Mutual Bank take in South Africa?

An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Vbs Mutual Bank?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in South African Rand with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.