SWIFT/BIC code UBAFJPJXXXX
UBAFJPJXXXX belongs to U.b.a.f. - Union de Banques Arabes et Francaises Tokyo Branch in Tokyo, Japan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UBAFJPJXXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UBAFJPJX |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | U.b.a.f. - Union de Banques Arabes et Francaises Tokyo Branch |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Tokyo |
| Country | Japan |
How the U.b.a.f. - Union de Banques Arabes et Francaises Tokyo Branch SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- UBAF Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- JP Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- JX 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 uses BIC UBAFJPJXXXX?
UBAFJPJXXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of U.b.a.f. - Union de Banques Arabes et Francaises Tokyo Branch in Tokyo, Japan. It is the code to use when a payment to U.b.a.f. - Union de Banques Arabes et Francaises Tokyo Branch does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I use UBAFJPJXXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check UBAFJPJXXXX against the details from U.b.a.f. - Union de Banques Arabes et Francaises Tokyo Branch before sending.
Are UBAFJPJX and UBAFJPJXXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. UBAFJPJX is the 8-character version of UBAFJPJXXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version will reach U.b.a.f. - Union de Banques Arabes et Francaises Tokyo Branch in Tokyo.
What is the cheapest way to send money to U.b.a.f. - Union de Banques Arabes et Francaises Tokyo Branch?
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.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at U.b.a.f. - Union de Banques Arabes et Francaises Tokyo Branch?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code UBAFJPJXXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Japan is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What does each part of UBAFJPJXXXX mean?
UBAF is the institution code of U.b.a.f. - Union de Banques Arabes et Francaises Tokyo Branch, JP is the ISO code of Japan, JX is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.