SWIFT/BIC code BKCHTWTP888
BKCHTWTP888 belongs to Bank of China Limited Taipei Branch in Taipei, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKCHTWTP888 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKCHTWTP |
| Branch code | 888 |
| Bank | Bank of China Limited Taipei Branch |
| Branch | Rmb Clearing Center |
| City | Taipei |
| Country | Taiwan |
How the Bank of China Limited Taipei Branch SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BKCH Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- TW Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- TP Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 888 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/BIC code BKCHTWTP888?
BKCHTWTP888 identifies Rmb Clearing Center, a unit of Bank of China Limited Taipei Branch in Taipei, Taiwan. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Bank of China Limited Taipei Branch take in Taiwan?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What happens if I enter BKCHTWTP888 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BKCHTWTP888 with the recipient before you confirm.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Bank of China Limited Taipei Branch?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BKCHTWTP888, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Taiwan is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of China Limited Taipei Branch in Taiwan?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Taiwan with transfer services before you send.
Can I use BKCHTWTP instead of BKCHTWTP888?
BKCHTWTP is the head office of Bank of China Limited Taipei Branch, while BKCHTWTP888 is Rmb Clearing Center. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use BKCHTWTP888 if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.