SWIFT/BIC code XYKTJPJ1XXX
XYKTJPJ1XXX belongs to Yokohama Commodity Exchange in Yokohama, Japan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | XYKTJPJ1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | XYKTJPJ1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Yokohama Commodity Exchange |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Yokohama |
| Country | Japan |
The way the Yokohama Commodity Exchange SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- XYKT Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- JP Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- J1 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 SWIFT/BIC code XYKTJPJ1XXX?
XYKTJPJ1XXX identifies the headquarters of Yokohama Commodity Exchange in Yokohama, Japan. It is the code to use when a payment to Yokohama Commodity Exchange does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I use XYKTJPJ1XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check XYKTJPJ1XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to Yokohama Commodity Exchange?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Japanese Yen with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Are XYKTJPJ1 and XYKTJPJ1XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. XYKTJPJ1 is the short version of XYKTJPJ1XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Yokohama Commodity Exchange in Yokohama.
How long does a transfer to Yokohama Commodity Exchange take?
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.
Does Yokohama Commodity Exchange have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, XYKTJPJ1XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Yokohama Commodity Exchange in Japan, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.