SWIFT/BIC code IRVTJPJXXXX
IRVTJPJXXXX belongs to The Bank of New York Mellon, Tokyo Branch in Tokyo, Japan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | IRVTJPJXXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | IRVTJPJX |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | The Bank of New York Mellon, Tokyo Branch |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Tokyo |
| Country | Japan |
How the The Bank of New York Mellon, Tokyo Branch SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- IRVT Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- JP Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- JX 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
What bank uses SWIFT/BIC code IRVTJPJXXXX?
The code IRVTJPJXXXX belongs to the main office of The Bank of New York Mellon, Tokyo Branch in Tokyo, Japan. Use it when you send money to an account at The Bank of New York Mellon, Tokyo Branch.
How long does a transfer to The Bank of New York Mellon, Tokyo Branch take in Japan?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What does each part of IRVTJPJXXXX stand for?
IRVT is the bank code of The Bank of New York Mellon, Tokyo Branch, JP is the ISO code of Japan, JX is the location code and XXX means the main office.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at The Bank of New York Mellon, Tokyo Branch?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code IRVTJPJXXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Japan is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Is IRVTJPJX and IRVTJPJXXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. IRVTJPJX is the 8-character version of IRVTJPJXXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both will reach The Bank of New York Mellon, Tokyo Branch in Tokyo.
What happens if I enter IRVTJPJXXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check IRVTJPJXXXX with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.