SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP045
BKTWTWTP045 belongs to Bank of Taiwan in Taipei, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKTWTWTP045 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKTWTWTP |
| Branch code | 045 |
| Bank | Bank of Taiwan |
| Branch | Chenchung Branch |
| City | Taipei |
| 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.
- 045 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 BKTWTWTP045?
BKTWTWTP045 identifies Chenchung Branch, part of Bank of Taiwan in Taipei, Taiwan. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use BKTWTWTP045 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BKTWTWTP045 against the details from Bank of Taiwan before you confirm.
Can I use BKTWTWTP instead of BKTWTWTP045?
BKTWTWTP points to the head office of Bank of Taiwan, while BKTWTWTP045 is Chenchung Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use BKTWTWTP045 if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Taiwan?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Taiwan with transfer services before you send.
Has Bank of Taiwan got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 166 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Taiwan in Taiwan. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of Taiwan.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Taiwan take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.