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#Open Banking Regulations in South Africa
Regulations applicable to financial institutions operating in South Africa
#Banks & Financial Institutions in South Africa
Open Banking in South Africa: FAQ
Open Banking availability in South Africa varies. Many countries are developing their own Open Banking frameworks or adopting international standards. Check the providers listed above to see which financial institutions in South Africa offer API access.
The table above lists all banks and financial institutions in South Africa tracked by Open Banking Tracker, along with their API availability, sandbox status, and compliance information. Banks with a "Developer Portal" link offer documented APIs for third-party integration.
The easiest way to connect to banks in South Africa is through an API aggregator like Plaid, Tink, TrueLayer, or other providers that offer coverage in this market. These aggregators provide a single integration point to access multiple banks. Alternatively, you can integrate directly with individual bank APIs through their developer portals.
Regulations vary by country. Check our Open Banking Regulations page for detailed information about the regulatory framework in South Africa and applicable compliance requirements.