SWIFT/BIC code BKAOTWTK237
BKAOTWTK237 belongs to Bank of Kaohsiung in New Taipei City, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKAOTWTK237 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKAOTWTK |
| Branch code | 237 |
| Bank | Bank of Kaohsiung |
| Branch | Chung Ho Branch |
| City | New Taipei City |
| Country | Taiwan |
How 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.
- 237 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/BIC code BKAOTWTK237?
The code BKAOTWTK237 belongs to Chung Ho Branch, a unit of Bank of Kaohsiung in New Taipei City, Taiwan. Use this branch code only when 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. Compare what you receive in Taiwan with specialist providers before you send.
What happens if I use BKAOTWTK237 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BKAOTWTK237 against the details from Bank of Kaohsiung before you confirm.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Kaohsiung in Taiwan?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Does Bank of Kaohsiung have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 20 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Kaohsiung in Taiwan, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What do I need to send money to an account at Bank of Kaohsiung?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BKAOTWTK237, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Taiwan uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.