SWIFT/BIC code KCHUJPJYXXX
KCHUJPJYXXX belongs to Kyoto Chuo Shinkin Bank, The in Kyoto, Japan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | KCHUJPJYXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | KCHUJPJY |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Kyoto Chuo Shinkin Bank, The |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Kyoto |
| Country | Japan |
How the Kyoto Chuo Shinkin Bank, The SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- KCHU Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- JP Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- JY 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 SWIFT/BIC code KCHUJPJYXXX?
KCHUJPJYXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Kyoto Chuo Shinkin Bank, The in Kyoto, Japan. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Kyoto Chuo Shinkin Bank, The.
What does each part of KCHUJPJYXXX mean?
KCHU is the bank code of Kyoto Chuo Shinkin Bank, The, JP stands for Japan, JY is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
What do I need to send money to an account at Kyoto Chuo Shinkin Bank, The?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code KCHUJPJYXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Japan is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
How long does a transfer to Kyoto Chuo Shinkin Bank, The take in Japan?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What happens if I use KCHUJPJYXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check KCHUJPJYXXX with the recipient before sending.
Is KCHUJPJY and KCHUJPJYXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. KCHUJPJY is the short version of KCHUJPJYXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version will reach Kyoto Chuo Shinkin Bank, The in Kyoto.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.