SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP039
BKTWTWTP039 belongs to Bank of Taiwan in Nan-Kan (Mat-Su), Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKTWTWTP039 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKTWTWTP |
| Branch code | 039 |
| Bank | Bank of Taiwan |
| Branch | Matsu Branch |
| City | Nan-Kan (Mat-Su) |
| 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.
- 039 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
What bank is behind BIC BKTWTWTP039?
BKTWTWTP039 identifies Matsu Branch, a unit of Bank of Taiwan in Nan-Kan (Mat-Su), Taiwan. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter BKTWTWTP039 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BKTWTWTP039 with the recipient before sending.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Taiwan in Taiwan?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Taiwan with transfer services before you send.
Can I use BKTWTWTP instead of BKTWTWTP039?
BKTWTWTP points to the main office of Bank of Taiwan, while BKTWTWTP039 points to Matsu Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BKTWTWTP039.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of Taiwan?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP039, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Taiwan uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What does each part of BKTWTWTP039 mean?
BKTW is the bank code of Bank of Taiwan, TW is the ISO code of Taiwan, TP is the code for the city or region and 039 is the code of the department Matsu Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.