Discovery Universal Branch Code: 679000

Discovery's universal branch code is 679000. Use this SINGLE code for ALL Discovery branches in South Africa — you do NOT need a different code per branch. This is the #1 source of confusion around South African branch codes.

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Code verified June 2026. South African universal branch codes rarely change, but confirm with Discovery if in doubt.

When to use the Discovery branch code 679000

Salary setup : give 679000 to your employer as the branch code, plus your Discovery account number and account name.

Debit orders and DebiCheck : 679000 identifies Discovery in the PASA national payments system, regardless of which branch holds your account.

Incoming EFT from another bank : the sender (Capitec, FNB, Standard Bank, etc.) needs your account name, Discovery account number, and 679000.

Bill payment via EFT : not required if you pay through the Discovery app (the bank already knows its own code). Required if the billing authority processes via EFT batch.

You do NOT need the branch code for in-app transfers within Discovery.

Discovery branch code vs SWIFT code

The branch code 679000 is for DOMESTIC transfers within South Africa (EFT). For receiving an INTERNATIONAL wire (from overseas), you need Discovery's SWIFT/BIC code instead — not the branch code.

→ See Discovery's SWIFT code

Note : Universal code for all Discovery Bank branches.

Other South African bank branch codes

Frequently asked questions

What is Discovery's branch code?

679000. It is the universal code that covers ALL Discovery branches in South Africa. You do NOT need a separate code for your local branch.

Do I need my specific Discovery branch code?

No. Discovery uses a universal code system: the same 679000 works for every branch nationwide. This is different from Nigeria and Ghana, where each branch has its own code.

What is the difference between a branch code and an account number?

The branch code identifies the BANK (and in Nigeria/Ghana, the branch). The account number identifies YOUR personal account at that bank. For a South African EFT, you provide both: 679000 for Discovery + your Discovery account number.

Is Discovery's branch code the same as its SWIFT code?

No. The branch code (679000) is used for DOMESTIC EFT transfers within South Africa. The SWIFT/BIC code is used for INTERNATIONAL transfers (from overseas). See our Discovery SWIFT code page for transfers from outside South Africa.

When do I use the Discovery branch code?

When setting up a debit order (DebiCheck, standing order), giving your banking details to an employer (salary setup), receiving an EFT to your Discovery account from another South African bank, or for bill payment. Not needed for in-app transfers within the Discovery mobile banking app.