SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP035
BKTWTWTP035 belongs to Bank of Taiwan in Tzoyin, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKTWTWTP035 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKTWTWTP |
| Branch code | 035 |
| Bank | Bank of Taiwan |
| Branch | Tzoyin Branch |
| City | Tzoyin |
| Country | Taiwan |
How 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.
- 035 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 uses BIC BKTWTWTP035?
BKTWTWTP035 identifies Tzoyin Branch, part of Bank of Taiwan in Tzoyin, Taiwan. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in BKTWTWTP035 mean?
BKTW is the bank code of Bank of Taiwan, TW stands for Taiwan, TP is the code for the city or region and 035 is the code of the branch Tzoyin Branch.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Taiwan?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Taiwan with specialist providers before you send.
Does Bank of Taiwan have more 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 typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Can I use BKTWTWTP instead of BKTWTWTP035?
BKTWTWTP is the main office of Bank of Taiwan, while BKTWTWTP035 is Tzoyin Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BKTWTWTP035.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.