SWIFT/BIC code BATSTW21XXX
BATSTW21XXX belongs to Bat Services LTD in Taipei, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BATSTW21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BATSTW21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bat Services LTD |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Taipei |
| Country | Taiwan |
The way the Bat Services LTD SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BATS Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- TW Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 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 SWIFT code BATSTW21XXX?
BATSTW21XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Bat Services LTD in Taipei, Taiwan. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Bat Services LTD.
What happens if I enter BATSTW21XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BATSTW21XXX against the details from Bat Services LTD before sending.
Does Bat Services LTD use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, BATSTW21XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Bat Services LTD in Taiwan, so there is no branch code to choose.
Is BATSTW21 and BATSTW21XXX the same code?
Yes. BATSTW21 is the 8-character version of BATSTW21XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Bat Services LTD in Taipei.
How long does a transfer to Bat Services LTD take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What is the best way to send money to Bat Services LTD?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Taiwan with specialist providers 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.