SWIFT/BIC code BKAOTWT1203
BKAOTWT1203 belongs to Bank of Kaohsiung in Kaohsiung, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKAOTWT1203 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKAOTWT1 |
| Branch code | 203 |
| Bank | Bank of Kaohsiung |
| Branch | San-Min Branch |
| City | Kaohsiung |
| Country | Taiwan |
How the Bank of Kaohsiung SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BKAO Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- TW Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- T1 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 203 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 SWIFT code BKAOTWT1203?
The code BKAOTWT1203 belongs to San-Min Branch, a unit of Bank of Kaohsiung in Kaohsiung, Taiwan. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Kaohsiung in Taiwan?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Taiwan with specialist providers before you send.
What does each part of BKAOTWT1203 stand for?
BKAO is the bank code of Bank of Kaohsiung, TW stands for Taiwan, T1 is the code for the city or region and 203 identifies the branch San-Min Branch.
Can I use BKAOTWT1 instead of BKAOTWT1203?
BKAOTWT1 is the main office of Bank of Kaohsiung, while BKAOTWT1203 is San-Min Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use BKAOTWT1203 if the recipient asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Kaohsiung take in Taiwan?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What happens if I enter BKAOTWT1203 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BKAOTWT1203 against the details from Bank of Kaohsiung before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.