Standard Bank is Africa's largest bank by assets, with operations in 20 African countries and international offices in London, New York, Dubai and Beijing.
When sending a SWIFT international wire to Standard Bank, include the BIC SBZAZAJJ in the "SWIFT/BIC code" or "Bank identifier code" field of your sending bank's wire transfer form.
The 8-character BIC SBZAZAJJ identifies Standard Bank's head office. If you are sending to a specific branch, the bank may provide an 11-character BIC with a 3-character branch suffix (e.g. SBZAZAJJXXX).
Once your bank sends the wire, your payment gets a 36-character UETR tracking code. Paste it into Ohmyfin's free tracker to see the live SWIFT GPI status — no bank login needed.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the SWIFT code for Standard Bank?
The SWIFT/BIC code for Standard Bank is SBZAZAJJ. This 8-character code is used to route international wire transfers to Standard Bank on the SWIFT network.
Is SBZAZAJJ the correct SWIFT code to use?
Yes, SBZAZAJJ is the primary SWIFT/BIC code for Standard Bank. Always confirm the exact BIC (especially branch suffix) with your recipient or Standard Bank's official website before sending a large wire.
How do I track a payment from Standard Bank?
Ask the sender (or your bank) for the 36-character UETR tracking code from the MT103 payment confirmation (field 121). Then paste it into Ohmyfin's free SWIFT tracker for the live payment status — no login needed.
What currencies does Standard Bank accept for international wires?
Standard Bank handles the following major currencies: ZAR, USD, EUR, GBP, CNY, KES, NGN, GHS, UGX. Always confirm accepted currencies directly with the bank for your specific corridor.
Track a Payment from Standard Bank — Free
Paste the 36-character UETR from your Standard Bank wire confirmation and see the live SWIFT status in seconds. No bank login, no signup, no charge.