SWIFT/BIC code UOVBJPJTXXX
UOVBJPJTXXX belongs to United Overseas Bank LTD., Tokyo Branch in Tokyo, Japan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UOVBJPJTXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UOVBJPJT |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | United Overseas Bank LTD., Tokyo Branch |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Tokyo |
| Country | Japan |
How the United Overseas Bank LTD., Tokyo Branch SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- UOVB 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 uses BIC UOVBJPJTXXX?
The code UOVBJPJTXXX belongs to the headquarters of United Overseas Bank LTD., Tokyo Branch in Tokyo, Japan. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at United Overseas Bank LTD., Tokyo Branch.
What happens if I enter UOVBJPJTXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check UOVBJPJTXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Is UOVBJPJT and UOVBJPJTXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. UOVBJPJT is the short version of UOVBJPJTXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to United Overseas Bank LTD., Tokyo Branch in Tokyo.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at United Overseas Bank LTD., Tokyo Branch?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code UOVBJPJTXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Japan uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What does each part of UOVBJPJTXXX mean?
UOVB is the bank code of United Overseas Bank LTD., Tokyo Branch, JP is the ISO code of Japan, JT is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
How long does it take to send money to United Overseas Bank LTD., Tokyo Branch in Japan?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.