SWIFT/BIC code SONYJPJTXXX
SONYJPJTXXX belongs to Sony Corporation in Minato-Ku, Japan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SONYJPJTXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SONYJPJT |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Sony Corporation |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Minato-Ku |
| Country | Japan |
The way the Sony Corporation SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SONY 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 SONYJPJTXXX?
SONYJPJTXXX identifies the head office of Sony Corporation in Minato-Ku, Japan. It is the code to use when a payment to Sony Corporation does not need a specific branch.
Are SONYJPJT and SONYJPJTXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. SONYJPJT is the 8-character version of SONYJPJTXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Sony Corporation in Minato-Ku.
Does Sony Corporation have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – SONYJPJTXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Sony Corporation in Japan, so there is no branch code to choose.
What happens if I enter SONYJPJTXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SONYJPJTXXX with the recipient before sending.
What is the best way to send money to Sony Corporation in Japan?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Japanese Yen with specialist providers before you send.
How long does it take to send money to Sony Corporation?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.