SWIFT/BIC code BESJJPJ1XXX
BESJJPJ1XXX belongs to Bear Stearns ( Japan ), LTD in Tokyo, Japan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BESJJPJ1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BESJJPJ1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bear Stearns ( Japan ), LTD |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Tokyo |
| Country | Japan |
How the Bear Stearns ( Japan ), LTD SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BESJ Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- JP Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- J1 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX 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 institution uses BIC BESJJPJ1XXX?
BESJJPJ1XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Bear Stearns ( Japan ), LTD in Tokyo, Japan. Use it when you send money to an account at Bear Stearns ( Japan ), LTD.
What do I need to send money to an account at Bear Stearns ( Japan ), LTD?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BESJJPJ1XXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Japan is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What does each part of BESJJPJ1XXX stand for?
BESJ is the institution code of Bear Stearns ( Japan ), LTD, JP stands for Japan, J1 is the location code and XXX means the head office.
Does Bear Stearns ( Japan ), LTD have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, BESJJPJ1XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Bear Stearns ( Japan ), LTD in Japan, so there is no branch code to choose.
How long does a transfer to Bear Stearns ( Japan ), LTD take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What happens if I use BESJJPJ1XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BESJJPJ1XXX against the details from Bear Stearns ( Japan ), LTD before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.