SWIFT/BIC code ZENBJPJTXXX
ZENBJPJTXXX belongs to Shinkin Central Bank in Tokyo, Japan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ZENBJPJTXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ZENBJPJT |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Shinkin Central Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Tokyo |
| Country | Japan |
How the Shinkin Central Bank SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ZENB 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 uses BIC ZENBJPJTXXX?
ZENBJPJTXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Shinkin Central Bank in Tokyo, Japan. It is the code to use when a payment to Shinkin Central Bank does not need a specific branch.
Has Shinkin Central Bank got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Shinkin Central Bank in Japan. You can see them all on the bank page.
What does each part of ZENBJPJTXXX mean?
ZENB is the institution code of Shinkin Central Bank, JP is the ISO code of Japan, JT is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Shinkin Central Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code ZENBJPJTXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Japan uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
How long does a transfer to Shinkin Central Bank take in Japan?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Shinkin Central Bank?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Japanese Yen with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.