SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP033
BKTWTWTP033 belongs to Bank of Taiwan in Taipei, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKTWTWTP033 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKTWTWTP |
| Branch code | 033 |
| Bank | Bank of Taiwan |
| Branch | Nanmen Branch |
| City | Taipei |
| Country | Taiwan |
The way 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.
- 033 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 BKTWTWTP033?
BKTWTWTP033 identifies Nanmen Branch, a unit of Bank of Taiwan in Taipei, Taiwan. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of BKTWTWTP033 stand for?
BKTW is the institution code of Bank of Taiwan, TW is the ISO code of Taiwan, TP is the location code and 033 identifies the branch Nanmen Branch.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of Taiwan?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP033, 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?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What happens if I enter BKTWTWTP033 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BKTWTWTP033 against the details from Bank of Taiwan before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Taiwan in Taiwan?
Many banks 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.