SWIFT/BIC code BKCHJPJTOTM
BKCHJPJTOTM belongs to Bank of China in Tokyo, Japan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKCHJPJTOTM |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKCHJPJT |
| Branch code | OTM |
| Bank | Bank of China |
| Branch | Otemachi Branch |
| City | Tokyo |
| Country | Japan |
The way the Bank of China SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BKCH Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- JP Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- JT Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- OTM 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
What bank uses SWIFT/BIC code BKCHJPJTOTM?
The code BKCHJPJTOTM belongs to Otemachi Branch, a branch or department of Bank of China in Tokyo, Japan. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter BKCHJPJTOTM with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BKCHJPJTOTM with the recipient before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of China?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Japanese Yen with specialist providers before you send.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of China?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BKCHJPJTOTM, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Japan uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What does each part of BKCHJPJTOTM mean?
BKCH is the bank code of Bank of China, JP is the ISO code of Japan, JT is the location code and OTM identifies the department Otemachi Branch.
Can I use BKCHJPJT instead of BKCHJPJTOTM?
BKCHJPJT points to the head office of Bank of China, while BKCHJPJTOTM is Otemachi Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BKCHJPJTOTM.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.