SWIFT/BIC code BKAOTWTKXXX
BKAOTWTKXXX belongs to Bank of Kaohsiung in Kaohsiung, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKAOTWTKXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKAOTWTK |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank of Kaohsiung |
| Branch | Head office |
| 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).
- TK 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
Which bank is behind BIC BKAOTWTKXXX?
The code BKAOTWTKXXX belongs to the main office of Bank of Kaohsiung in Kaohsiung, Taiwan. Use it when you send money to an account at Bank of Kaohsiung.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Kaohsiung?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What do the letters in BKAOTWTKXXX stand for?
BKAO is the institution code of Bank of Kaohsiung, TW stands for Taiwan, TK is the location code and XXX means the head office.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of Kaohsiung?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BKAOTWTKXXX, 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.
What happens if I enter BKAOTWTKXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BKAOTWTKXXX against the details from Bank of Kaohsiung before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Kaohsiung in Taiwan?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Taiwan with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.