SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP051
BKTWTWTP051 belongs to Bank of Taiwan in Kaohsiung, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKTWTWTP051 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKTWTWTP |
| Branch code | 051 |
| Bank | Bank of Taiwan |
| Branch | Kusan 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.
- 051 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP051?
BKTWTWTP051 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Kusan Branch, part of Bank of Taiwan in Kaohsiung, Taiwan. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in BKTWTWTP051 mean?
BKTW is the bank code of Bank of Taiwan, TW is the ISO code of Taiwan, TP is the location code and 051 identifies the branch Kusan Branch.
Can I use BKTWTWTP instead of BKTWTWTP051?
BKTWTWTP points to the head office of Bank of Taiwan, while BKTWTWTP051 points to Kusan Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use BKTWTWTP051 if the recipient asks for it.
Does Bank of Taiwan have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 166 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Taiwan in Taiwan. You can see them all on the bank page.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Taiwan?
Many banks 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 – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter BKTWTWTP051 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BKTWTWTP051 against the details from Bank of Taiwan before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.