SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP037
BKTWTWTP037 belongs to Bank of Taiwan in Taichung, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKTWTWTP037 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKTWTWTP |
| Branch code | 037 |
| Bank | Bank of Taiwan |
| Branch | Wufeng Branch |
| City | Taichung |
| 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.
- 037 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 BKTWTWTP037?
BKTWTWTP037 identifies Wufeng Branch, part of Bank of Taiwan in Taichung, Taiwan. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What do I need to send money to an account at Bank of Taiwan?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP037, 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.
Does Bank of Taiwan have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 166 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Taiwan in Taiwan, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
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 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 in Taiwan?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Can I use BKTWTWTP instead of BKTWTWTP037?
BKTWTWTP points to the main office of Bank of Taiwan, while BKTWTWTP037 is Wufeng Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use BKTWTWTP037 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.