SWIFT/BIC code BKAOTWTK238
BKAOTWTK238 belongs to Bank of Kaohsiung in Taipei, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKAOTWTK238 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKAOTWTK |
| Branch code | 238 |
| Bank | Bank of Kaohsiung |
| Branch | Taipei Branch |
| City | Taipei |
| Country | Taiwan |
The way the Bank of Kaohsiung SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 238 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 uses SWIFT code BKAOTWTK238?
BKAOTWTK238 identifies Taipei Branch, a branch or department of Bank of Kaohsiung in Taipei, Taiwan. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use BKAOTWTK238 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BKAOTWTK238 against the details from Bank of Kaohsiung before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Kaohsiung?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Taiwan with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of BKAOTWTK238 stand for?
BKAO is the institution code of Bank of Kaohsiung, TW is the ISO code of Taiwan, TK is the code for the city or region and 238 is the code of the department Taipei Branch.
Can I use BKAOTWTK instead of BKAOTWTK238?
BKAOTWTK points to the main office of Bank of Kaohsiung, while BKAOTWTK238 points to Taipei Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BKAOTWTK238.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Kaohsiung take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.