SWIFT/BIC code BOJPJPJTBJ1
BOJPJPJTBJ1 belongs to Bank of Japan in Tokyo, Japan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOJPJPJTBJ1 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOJPJPJT |
| Branch code | BJ1 |
| Bank | Bank of Japan |
| Branch | For Japan's Reserves Use Only |
| City | Tokyo |
| Country | Japan |
The way the Bank of Japan SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BOJP 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.
- BJ1 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 is behind BIC BOJPJPJTBJ1?
BOJPJPJTBJ1 identifies For Japan's Reserves Use Only, a branch or department of Bank of Japan in Tokyo, Japan. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Japan?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What happens if I enter BOJPJPJTBJ1 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BOJPJPJTBJ1 against the details from Bank of Japan before sending.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Bank of Japan?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BOJPJPJTBJ1, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Japan uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Has Bank of Japan got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 3 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Japan in Japan, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of Japan.
What does each part of BOJPJPJTBJ1 stand for?
BOJP is the institution code of Bank of Japan, JP is the ISO code of Japan, JT is the code for the city or region and BJ1 identifies the department For Japan's Reserves Use Only.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.