Absa Branch Code 2026
One universal code for every Absa account.
The Universal Code
Absa uses ONE universal branch code for all accounts:
It's simpler than it used to be
Older banking systems gave each Absa branch its own code. Today Absa uses a single universal branch code — 632005 — for every account, regardless of where it was opened. You no longer have to ask the recipient which branch they belong to.
Do I need a specific Absa branch code?
For domestic EFTs, salary payments, debit orders and stop orders, the universal code 632005 works for any Absa account in South Africa.
The only place a specific branch code may still be requested is on very old payment forms or some international remittance systems. In those cases, the recipient can find their original branch code in the Absa app under Account details.
Absa Branch Locations
All Absa branches share the universal code 632005. This table shows branch locations for reference.
| Branch Name | Branch Code |
|---|---|
| Sandton City | 632005 |
| Rosebank | 632005 |
| Fourways | 632005 |
| Melrose Arch | 632005 |
| Eastgate | 632005 |
| Menlyn Park | 632005 |
| Brooklyn Mall | 632005 |
| Centurion | 632005 |
| Gateway | 632005 |
| Pavilion | 632005 |
| Cape Town CBD | 632005 |
| Canal Walk | 632005 |
| V&A Waterfront | 632005 |
| Tyger Valley | 632005 |
| Stellenbosch | 632005 |
| Bloemfontein | 632005 |
| Nelspruit | 632005 |
| Polokwane | 632005 |
| Port Elizabeth | 632005 |
| East London | 632005 |
| Kimberley | 632005 |
International Payments (SWIFT)
For payments coming in from abroad, the sender needs Absa's SWIFT/BIC code, not the branch code.
The sender will also need: full name on the account, account number, and Absa's address (15 Troye Street, Johannesburg, 2001).
Absa Bank Details Summary
Branch Code
632005
SWIFT Code
ABSAZAJJ
Bank Name
Absa Bank Limited
Account Types
Cheque / Savings / Premium
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Absa universal branch code?
The Absa universal branch code is 632005. It works for every Absa account, anywhere in South Africa.
How do I find my Absa branch code on the app?
Open the Absa app → select your account → tap Account details. The branch code (usually 632005) will be displayed alongside your account number.
Is the Absa branch code the same for Gold, Premium and Private Bank accounts?
Yes. All Absa account types — Gold, Premium, Private Bank, savings, business — share the same universal code, 632005.
What was the old Absa Sandton / Cape Town / Durban branch code?
Historically Absa had hundreds of unique branch codes. They are all superseded by the universal code 632005 for modern EFTs. If a legacy form still asks for a specific branch, ask the account holder to confirm their original branch code via the Absa app.
What is Absa's SWIFT code?
Absa Bank's SWIFT/BIC code is ABSAZAJJ. Use this for any payment originating outside South Africa.