SWIFT/BIC code BKCHTWTPXXX
BKCHTWTPXXX belongs to Bank of China Limited Taipei Branch in Taipei, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKCHTWTPXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKCHTWTP |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank of China Limited Taipei Branch |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Taipei |
| Country | Taiwan |
How the Bank of China Limited Taipei Branch SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 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 institution uses SWIFT/BIC code BKCHTWTPXXX?
BKCHTWTPXXX identifies the head office of Bank of China Limited Taipei Branch in Taipei, Taiwan. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Bank of China Limited Taipei Branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of China Limited Taipei Branch?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Taiwan with specialist providers before you send.
Is BKCHTWTP and BKCHTWTPXXX the same code?
Yes. BKCHTWTP is the 8-character version of BKCHTWTPXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both will reach Bank of China Limited Taipei Branch in Taipei.
What do I need to send money to an account at Bank of China Limited Taipei Branch?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BKCHTWTPXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Taiwan is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What does each part of BKCHTWTPXXX mean?
BKCH is the institution code of Bank of China Limited Taipei Branch, TW is the ISO code of Taiwan, TP is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
What happens if I enter BKCHTWTPXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BKCHTWTPXXX with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.