SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP028
BKTWTWTP028 belongs to Bank of Taiwan in Hsinyin, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKTWTWTP028 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKTWTWTP |
| Branch code | 028 |
| Bank | Bank of Taiwan |
| Branch | Hsinyin Branch |
| City | Hsinyin |
| Country | Taiwan |
The way the Bank of Taiwan SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 028 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP028?
BKTWTWTP028 identifies Hsinyin Branch, a branch or department of Bank of Taiwan in Hsinyin, Taiwan. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use BKTWTWTP instead of BKTWTWTP028?
BKTWTWTP is the main office of Bank of Taiwan, while BKTWTWTP028 is Hsinyin Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BKTWTWTP028.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of 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.
What do the letters in BKTWTWTP028 mean?
BKTW is the institution code of Bank of Taiwan, TW is the ISO code of Taiwan, TP is the location code and 028 is the code of the department Hsinyin Branch.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Taiwan take in Taiwan?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Does Bank of Taiwan have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 166 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Taiwan in Taiwan. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of Taiwan.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.