SWIFT/BIC code SNYBJPJTXXX
SNYBJPJTXXX belongs to Sony Bank Inc. in Tokyo, Japan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SNYBJPJTXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SNYBJPJT |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Sony Bank Inc. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Tokyo |
| Country | Japan |
How the Sony Bank Inc. SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SNYB 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 bank is behind SWIFT code SNYBJPJTXXX?
SNYBJPJTXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Sony Bank Inc. in Tokyo, Japan. Use it when you send money to an account at Sony Bank Inc..
How long does a transfer to Sony Bank Inc. take in Japan?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What happens if I enter SNYBJPJTXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SNYBJPJTXXX against the details from Sony Bank Inc. before you confirm.
Is SNYBJPJT and SNYBJPJTXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. SNYBJPJT is the 8-character version of SNYBJPJTXXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to Sony Bank Inc. in Tokyo.
What do the letters in SNYBJPJTXXX mean?
SNYB is the institution code of Sony Bank Inc., JP stands for Japan, JT is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Sony Bank Inc.?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SNYBJPJTXXX, 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.