SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP015
BKTWTWTP015 belongs to Bank of Taiwan in Hsinchu, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKTWTWTP015 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKTWTWTP |
| Branch code | 015 |
| Bank | Bank of Taiwan |
| Branch | Hsinchu Branch |
| City | Hsinchu |
| Country | Taiwan |
The way 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.
- 015 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 BKTWTWTP015?
The code BKTWTWTP015 belongs to Hsinchu Branch, part of Bank of Taiwan in Hsinchu, Taiwan. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does Bank of Taiwan have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 166 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Taiwan in Taiwan, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of Taiwan.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Bank of Taiwan?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP015, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Taiwan uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Can I use BKTWTWTP instead of BKTWTWTP015?
BKTWTWTP is the head office of Bank of Taiwan, while BKTWTWTP015 points to Hsinchu Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BKTWTWTP015.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Taiwan 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 – the difference can be large.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Taiwan?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.