SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP044
BKTWTWTP044 belongs to Bank of Taiwan in Kaohsiung, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKTWTWTP044 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKTWTWTP |
| Branch code | 044 |
| Bank | Bank of Taiwan |
| Branch | Chienchen Branch |
| City | Kaohsiung |
| Country | Taiwan |
The way the Bank of Taiwan SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 044 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 SWIFT code BKTWTWTP044?
BKTWTWTP044 identifies Chienchen Branch, part of Bank of Taiwan in Kaohsiung, Taiwan. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter BKTWTWTP044 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BKTWTWTP044 with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use BKTWTWTP instead of BKTWTWTP044?
BKTWTWTP is the main office of Bank of Taiwan, while BKTWTWTP044 points to Chienchen Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BKTWTWTP044.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Taiwan take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What do the letters in BKTWTWTP044 mean?
BKTW is the institution code of Bank of Taiwan, TW is the ISO code of Taiwan, TP is the code for the city or region and 044 identifies the department Chienchen Branch.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of Taiwan?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP044, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Taiwan is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.