Cross-border payment changes to Namibia, eSwatini and Lesotho

Alternative bank channel to use if you’re a personal customer

Walk-in branch support

You can make cross-border payments to CMA countries at our Forex branches. Visit the Foreign Exchange Teller/Desk within the branch to process your payment.

Use our branch locator to find your nearest Forex branch by following these simple steps:

• Enable your location

1. Select the branch box to filter branches  
2. In the more filter option, deselect all and select the Forex box  
3. Scroll slightly down the page, then select apply filter

• If you have not enabled your location

1. In the text search section, enter the region or suburb you would like to search for and select the search icon  
2. Select the branch box to filter branches  
3. In the more filter option, deselect all and select the Forex box
4. Scroll slightly down the page, then select apply filter

What you’ll need:

Download and complete the SWIFT application form. You can also get this form at your nearest Standard Bank branch.

1. To pay a person: their name, surname, gender and full physical address  
2. To pay a company: the company name and their full physical address

You will also need to indicate:

• The account number or International Bank Account Number (IBAN) and a valid bank SWIFT code  
• Balance of Payment Code i.e. the reason for your payment

To simplify this process, refer to the Balance of Payment (BOP code) guide to help you easily select the appropriate BOP code that aligns with the reason for your payment or receipt.

For more information on how to make cross-border payments, please visit your nearest Forex branch, contact your Banker or call our Contact Centre on 0860 123 000.