SWIFT/BIC code JPPSJPJKXXX
JPPSJPJKXXX belongs to Japan Post Bank, Co., LTD in Tokyo, Japan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | JPPSJPJKXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | JPPSJPJK |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Japan Post Bank, Co., LTD |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Tokyo |
| Country | Japan |
How the Japan Post Bank, Co., LTD SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- JPPS Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- JP Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- JK 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 JPPSJPJKXXX?
JPPSJPJKXXX identifies the main office of Japan Post Bank, Co., LTD in Tokyo, Japan. It is the code to use when a payment to Japan Post Bank, Co., LTD does not need a specific branch.
Are JPPSJPJK and JPPSJPJKXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. JPPSJPJK is the short version of JPPSJPJKXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Japan Post Bank, Co., LTD in Tokyo.
What happens if I use JPPSJPJKXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check JPPSJPJKXXX against the details from Japan Post Bank, Co., LTD before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Japan Post Bank, Co., LTD?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Japanese Yen with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Japan Post Bank, Co., LTD have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Japan Post Bank, Co., LTD in Japan. You can see them all on the bank page.
What does each part of JPPSJPJKXXX stand for?
JPPS is the institution code of Japan Post Bank, Co., LTD, JP is the ISO code of Japan, JK is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.