SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP046
BKTWTWTP046 belongs to Bank of Taiwan in Taipei, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKTWTWTP046 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKTWTWTP |
| Branch code | 046 |
| Bank | Bank of Taiwan |
| Branch | Minchuan Branch |
| City | Taipei |
| Country | Taiwan |
How 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.
- 046 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 BKTWTWTP046?
BKTWTWTP046 identifies Minchuan Branch, part of Bank of Taiwan in Taipei, Taiwan. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use BKTWTWTP instead of BKTWTWTP046?
BKTWTWTP points to the head office of Bank of Taiwan, while BKTWTWTP046 is Minchuan Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BKTWTWTP046.
What do I need to send money to an account at Bank of Taiwan?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP046, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Taiwan is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
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. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What happens if I use BKTWTWTP046 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BKTWTWTP046 against the details from Bank of Taiwan before sending.
Does Bank of Taiwan have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 166 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Taiwan in Taiwan, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of Taiwan.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.