SWIFT/BIC code BARCJPJ2MFX
BARCJPJ2MFX belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Tokyo, Japan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCJPJ2MFX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCJPJ2 |
| Branch code | MFX |
| Bank | Barclays Bank PLC |
| Branch | Money Market and Foreign Exchange |
| City | Tokyo |
| Country | Japan |
How the Barclays Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BARC Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- JP Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- J2 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- MFX Branch code
- 3 characters for a specific branch. XXX means the head office.
Check before you send
- Ask the recipient which bank and branch the account is held at.
- Use the head office code (XXX) when no branch is specified.
- Make sure the country in the code matches the country of the account.
Frequently asked questions
Which bank uses BIC BARCJPJ2MFX?
BARCJPJ2MFX is the SWIFT/BIC code of Money Market and Foreign Exchange, a unit of Barclays Bank PLC in Tokyo, Japan. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in BARCJPJ2MFX stand for?
BARC is the institution code of Barclays Bank PLC, JP is the ISO code of Japan, J2 is the code for the city or region and MFX identifies the department Money Market and Foreign Exchange.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Barclays Bank PLC?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Japanese Yen with transfer services before you send.
Does Barclays Bank PLC use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, BARCJPJ2MFX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Barclays Bank PLC in Japan, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Can I use BARCJPJ2 instead of BARCJPJ2MFX?
BARCJPJ2 is the main office of Barclays Bank PLC, while BARCJPJ2MFX is Money Market and Foreign Exchange. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use BARCJPJ2MFX if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I use BARCJPJ2MFX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BARCJPJ2MFX with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.