SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP052
BKTWTWTP052 belongs to Bank of Taiwan in Taipei, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKTWTWTP052 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKTWTWTP |
| Branch code | 052 |
| Bank | Bank of Taiwan |
| Branch | Lungshan 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.
- 052 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 BIC BKTWTWTP052?
BKTWTWTP052 identifies Lungshan Branch, a unit of Bank of Taiwan in Taipei, Taiwan. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in BKTWTWTP052 stand for?
BKTW is the institution code of Bank of Taiwan, TW stands for Taiwan, TP is the location code and 052 is the code of the branch Lungshan Branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Taiwan in Taiwan?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Taiwan with transfer services before you send.
Can I use BKTWTWTP instead of BKTWTWTP052?
BKTWTWTP is the main office of Bank of Taiwan, while BKTWTWTP052 is Lungshan Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BKTWTWTP052.
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.
What happens if I enter BKTWTWTP052 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BKTWTWTP052 with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.