SWIFT/BIC code KGBKJPJTXXX
KGBKJPJTXXX belongs to Tsukuba Bank,ltd. in Ibaraki, Japan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | KGBKJPJTXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | KGBKJPJT |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Tsukuba Bank,ltd. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Ibaraki |
| Country | Japan |
How the Tsukuba Bank,ltd. SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- KGBK 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
What bank is behind BIC KGBKJPJTXXX?
KGBKJPJTXXX identifies the main office of Tsukuba Bank,ltd. in Ibaraki, Japan. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Tsukuba Bank,ltd..
What do I need to send money to an account at Tsukuba Bank,ltd.?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code KGBKJPJTXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Japan is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What does each part of KGBKJPJTXXX mean?
KGBK is the institution code of Tsukuba Bank,ltd., JP stands for Japan, JT is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
What happens if I use KGBKJPJTXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check KGBKJPJTXXX against the details from Tsukuba Bank,ltd. before sending.
How long does a transfer to Tsukuba Bank,ltd. take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What is the best way to send money to Tsukuba Bank,ltd.?
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 – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.