SWIFT/BIC code SCBLJPJTXXX
SCBLJPJTXXX belongs to Standard Chartered Bank in Tokyo, Japan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SCBLJPJTXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SCBLJPJT |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Standard Chartered Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Tokyo |
| Country | Japan |
The way the Standard Chartered Bank SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SCBL 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
Which institution is behind BIC SCBLJPJTXXX?
The code SCBLJPJTXXX belongs to the head office of Standard Chartered Bank in Tokyo, Japan. It is the code to use when a payment to Standard Chartered Bank does not need a specific branch.
Is SCBLJPJT and SCBLJPJTXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. SCBLJPJT is the short version of SCBLJPJTXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version will reach Standard Chartered Bank in Tokyo.
Does Standard Chartered Bank have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – SCBLJPJTXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Standard Chartered Bank in Japan, so there is no branch code to choose.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Standard Chartered Bank in Japan?
Many banks add 1–3% 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.
What happens if I enter SCBLJPJTXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SCBLJPJTXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
What does each part of SCBLJPJTXXX mean?
SCBL is the bank code of Standard Chartered Bank, JP stands for Japan, JT is the code for the city or region 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.