Standard Bank Branch Code 2026
One universal code for every Standard Bank account.
The Universal Code
Standard Bank uses ONE universal code for all accounts:
No more guessing the branch
Standard Bank historically issued a different code to every branch. Today the universal code 051001 works for all of them — Sandton, Cape Town, Durban or a small rural agency.
Do I need a specific Standard Bank branch code?
For any domestic EFT, salary deposit, debit order or stop order to a Standard Bank account, 051001 is the only code you need.
Some older payroll systems and a handful of international forms still ask for a specific branch — in that case the recipient can find their original branch code in the Standard Bank app under Account information.
Standard Bank Branch Locations
All Standard Bank branches share the universal code 051001. The table below shows branch locations for reference.
| Branch Name | Branch Code |
|---|---|
| Sandton City | 051001 |
| Rosebank | 051001 |
| Fourways | 051001 |
| Melrose Arch | 051001 |
| Eastgate | 051001 |
| Menlyn Park | 051001 |
| Brooklyn Mall | 051001 |
| Centurion | 051001 |
| Gateway | 051001 |
| Pavilion | 051001 |
| Cape Town CBD | 051001 |
| Canal Walk | 051001 |
| V&A Waterfront | 051001 |
| Tyger Valley | 051001 |
| Stellenbosch | 051001 |
| Bloemfontein | 051001 |
| Nelspruit | 051001 |
| Polokwane | 051001 |
| Port Elizabeth | 051001 |
| East London | 051001 |
| Kimberley | 051001 |
International Payments (SWIFT)
For inbound international transfers the sender needs Standard Bank's SWIFT/BIC code, not the branch code.
The sender will also need: full name on the account, account number, and the bank's address (5 Simmonds Street, Johannesburg, 2001).
Standard Bank Details Summary
Branch Code
051001
SWIFT Code
SBZAZAJJ
Bank Name
The Standard Bank of SA
Account Types
MyMo / Elite / Cheque
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Standard Bank universal branch code?
The Standard Bank universal branch code is 051001. It works for every Standard Bank account in South Africa.
How do I find my Standard Bank branch code on the app?
Open the Standard Bank app → select your account → tap Account information. The branch code (usually 051001) will be shown next to your account number.
Is the Standard Bank code the same for MyMo, Elite and business accounts?
Yes. All Standard Bank account types — MyMo, Elite, Achiever, Private Banking and business — use the universal code 051001 for EFTs.
What was the old Standard Bank Sandton / Cape Town / Durban code?
Standard Bank used to have hundreds of branch-specific codes. They have been superseded by the universal code 051001. If a legacy form requires a specific branch, the account holder can confirm their original code in the Standard Bank app.
What is Standard Bank's SWIFT code?
Standard Bank's SWIFT/BIC code is SBZAZAJJ. Use this for any payment originating outside South Africa.