SWIFT/BIC code BKAOTWTK218
BKAOTWTK218 belongs to Bank of Kaohsiung in Kaohsiung, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKAOTWTK218 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKAOTWTK |
| Branch code | 218 |
| Bank | Bank of Kaohsiung |
| Branch | Nantze Branch |
| City | Kaohsiung |
| Country | Taiwan |
The way the Bank of Kaohsiung SWIFT/BIC is built up
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).
- TK Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 218 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 branch is behind BIC BKAOTWTK218?
BKAOTWTK218 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Nantze Branch, a branch or department of Bank of Kaohsiung in Kaohsiung, Taiwan. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use BKAOTWTK instead of BKAOTWTK218?
BKAOTWTK points to the head office of Bank of Kaohsiung, while BKAOTWTK218 is Nantze Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BKAOTWTK218.
What happens if I use BKAOTWTK218 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BKAOTWTK218 with the recipient before sending.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of Kaohsiung?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BKAOTWTK218, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Taiwan is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Has Bank of Kaohsiung got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 20 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Kaohsiung in Taiwan. You can see them all on the bank page.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Kaohsiung take in Taiwan?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.