SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP059
BKTWTWTP059 belongs to Bank of Taiwan in Nantou, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKTWTWTP059 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKTWTWTP |
| Branch code | 059 |
| Bank | Bank of Taiwan |
| Branch | Puli Branch |
| City | Nantou |
| Country | Taiwan |
The way the Bank of Taiwan SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 059 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 code BKTWTWTP059?
The code BKTWTWTP059 belongs to Puli Branch, part of Bank of Taiwan in Nantou, Taiwan. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter BKTWTWTP059 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BKTWTWTP059 against the details from Bank of Taiwan before sending.
What does each part of BKTWTWTP059 mean?
BKTW is the bank code of Bank of Taiwan, TW stands for Taiwan, TP is the location code and 059 is the code of the branch Puli Branch.
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. Check the amount that arrives in Taiwan with transfer services before you send.
Does Bank of Taiwan have more 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.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Taiwan take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.