SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP003
BKTWTWTP003 belongs to Bank of Taiwan in Taipei, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKTWTWTP003 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKTWTWTP |
| Branch code | 003 |
| Bank | Bank of Taiwan |
| Branch | Department of Business |
| City | Taipei |
| Country | Taiwan |
How the Bank of Taiwan SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BKTW 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.
- 003 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 BKTWTWTP003?
BKTWTWTP003 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Department of Business, a branch or department of Bank of Taiwan in Taipei, Taiwan. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of Taiwan?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP003, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Taiwan is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Taiwan take in Taiwan?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What do the letters in BKTWTWTP003 mean?
BKTW is the bank code of Bank of Taiwan, TW stands for Taiwan, TP is the location code and 003 identifies the branch Department of Business.
What happens if I use BKTWTWTP003 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BKTWTWTP003 with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Taiwan 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 – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.