SWIFT/BIC code CTBAJPJTXXX

CTBAJPJTXXX belongs to Commonwealth Bank of Australia in Tokyo, Japan.

CTBAJPJTXXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCTBAJPJTXXX
8-character codeCTBAJPJT
Branch codeXXX
BankCommonwealth Bank of Australia
BranchHead office
CityTokyo
CountryJapan

The way the Commonwealth Bank of Australia SWIFT/BIC is structured

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

CTBA 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.
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 CTBAJPJTXXX?

The code CTBAJPJTXXX belongs to the main office of Commonwealth Bank of Australia in Tokyo, Japan. It is the code to use when a payment to Commonwealth Bank of Australia does not need a specific branch.

What happens if I use CTBAJPJTXXX incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check CTBAJPJTXXX with the recipient before you confirm.

Are CTBAJPJT and CTBAJPJTXXX the same code?

Yes, they are. CTBAJPJT is the 8-character version of CTBAJPJTXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version routes your payment to Commonwealth Bank of Australia in Tokyo.

Does Commonwealth Bank of Australia use a single SWIFT/BIC code?

Yes – CTBAJPJTXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Commonwealth Bank of Australia in Japan, so you do not need to pick a branch code.

How long does it take to send money to Commonwealth Bank of Australia in Japan?

An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.

What is the best way to send money to Commonwealth Bank of Australia?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Japanese Yen with transfer services before you send.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.