SWIFT/BIC code MEICJPJ1XXX
MEICJPJ1XXX belongs to Meiwa Securities Co in Tokyo, Japan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MEICJPJ1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MEICJPJ1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Meiwa Securities Co |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Tokyo |
| Country | Japan |
How the Meiwa Securities Co SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- MEIC Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- JP Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- J1 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 MEICJPJ1XXX?
MEICJPJ1XXX identifies the main office of Meiwa Securities Co in Tokyo, Japan. It is the code to use when a payment to Meiwa Securities Co does not need a specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Meiwa Securities Co in Japan?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Japanese Yen with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does a transfer to Meiwa Securities Co take in Japan?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What does each part of MEICJPJ1XXX mean?
MEIC is the bank code of Meiwa Securities Co, JP stands for Japan, J1 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Meiwa Securities Co?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code MEICJPJ1XXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Japan uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Are MEICJPJ1 and MEICJPJ1XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. MEICJPJ1 is the short version of MEICJPJ1XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both will reach Meiwa Securities Co in Tokyo.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.