SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP056
BKTWTWTP056 belongs to Bank of Taiwan in Kaohsiung, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKTWTWTP056 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKTWTWTP |
| Branch code | 056 |
| Bank | Bank of Taiwan |
| Branch | Sanmin Branch |
| City | Kaohsiung |
| 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.
- 056 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 BKTWTWTP056?
The code BKTWTWTP056 belongs to Sanmin Branch, a branch or department of Bank of Taiwan in Kaohsiung, Taiwan. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Taiwan in Taiwan?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Can I use BKTWTWTP instead of BKTWTWTP056?
BKTWTWTP points to the main office of Bank of Taiwan, while BKTWTWTP056 points to Sanmin Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use BKTWTWTP056 if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Taiwan?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Taiwan with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What do I need to send money to an account at Bank of Taiwan?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP056, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Taiwan uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What happens if I use BKTWTWTP056 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BKTWTWTP056 against the details from Bank of Taiwan before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.