SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP026
BKTWTWTP026 belongs to Bank of Taiwan in Tao-Yuan, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKTWTWTP026 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKTWTWTP |
| Branch code | 026 |
| Bank | Bank of Taiwan |
| Branch | Tao-Yuan Branch |
| City | Tao-Yuan |
| Country | Taiwan |
How the Bank of Taiwan SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 026 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 SWIFT code BKTWTWTP026?
BKTWTWTP026 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Tao-Yuan Branch, a unit of Bank of Taiwan in Tao-Yuan, Taiwan. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Has Bank of Taiwan got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 166 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Taiwan in Taiwan. You can see them all on the bank page.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Taiwan take in Taiwan?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of Taiwan?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP026, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Taiwan is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What happens if I use BKTWTWTP026 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BKTWTWTP026 against the details from Bank of Taiwan before you confirm.
Can I use BKTWTWTP instead of BKTWTWTP026?
BKTWTWTP points to the main office of Bank of Taiwan, while BKTWTWTP026 is Tao-Yuan Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use BKTWTWTP026 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.