ABSA Bank Pretoria: SWIFT Code, Not Routing Number

South Africa Uses SWIFT/BIC, Not Routing Numbers

There is no "routing number" for ABSA Bank (or any South African bank). Routing numbers (ABA/RTN) are a U.S.-specific system for domestic transfers.

For International Transfers to ABSA Bank

Use the SWIFT/BIC code:

Required Details for Incoming Payments

• Bank Name: ABSA Bank Limited
• SWIFT/BIC: ABSAZAJJ
• Beneficiary Account Number: 11-digit ABSA account number
• Beneficiary Name: As registered on the account
• Branch Code: 632005 (universal for electronic payments) or specific branch code
• Bank Address: 15 Alice Lane, Sandton, 2196, South Africa (head office)

Domestic Transfers (Within South Africa)

Use the 6-digit branch code (e.g., 632005 for universal/electronic) + the 11-digit account number. No routing number needed.