ABSA Swift Codes South Africa and Branch Names
Anyone sending money to Absa in South Africa from another country needs the bank’s SWIFT code. Absa Bank Limited uses ABSAZAJJ, and the full 11-character form is ABSAZAJJXXX. This page shows where each code goes and how to complete an international transfer.
Absa SWIFT Code Details
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Bank name | Absa Bank Limited |
| SWIFT / BIC (8 characters) | ABSAZAJJ |
| SWIFT / BIC (11 characters) | ABSAZAJJXXX |
| Country | South Africa |
| Head office | Absa Towers West, 15 Troye Street, Johannesburg, 2000 |
| Local branch code | 632005 |
What Is a SWIFT Code?
A SWIFT code, also called a BIC, identifies a bank in international payments. It tells the sending bank exactly which institution should receive the money. Local payments inside South Africa use the branch code 632005. Payments from abroad use the SWIFT code together with the recipient’s account details.
Absa Branch Names and Their SWIFT Code
The main Absa code is ABSAZAJJ, and ABSAZAJJXXX is the same code written in full. Whether your account sits in Johannesburg, Pretoria, Sandton, Cape Town, Durban, Bloemfontein, Gqeberha or Kimberley, start by giving the sender the main code. If the sender’s bank asks for a branch-specific version, confirm it with Absa on 08600 08600 before the payment is sent.
What the Sender Needs
- The account holder’s full name exactly as it appears on the account
- The Absa account number
- The SWIFT code, ABSAZAJJ or ABSAZAJJXXX
- The bank name, Absa Bank Limited, and the country, South Africa
- A payment reference you can recognise
How to Receive an International Payment
Tips for a Smooth International Payment
Tell the sender early which currency you expect, and ask them to check the fees their own bank charges so the full amount reaches you. Payments from abroad can take longer than local ones, so send your details well before a deadline such as a school fee date or a rent due date. If the payment does not appear after a few working days, ask the sender for the confirmation they received and contact Absa with the reference. Keep your own records of every incoming payment, because they help when you need proof of income or funds.
Keep Payments Safe
- Give your details only to people you know
- Check every character of the code before sending it
- Ask your sender to keep their payment confirmation
- Be careful with emails that change payment details at the last minute
Contact Absa
Call 08600 08600 or write to [email protected] for help with an international payment.
