SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP067
BKTWTWTP067 belongs to Bank of Taiwan in Chiayi, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKTWTWTP067 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKTWTWTP |
| Branch code | 067 |
| Bank | Bank of Taiwan |
| Branch | Tai Pao Branch |
| City | Chiayi |
| Country | Taiwan |
The way 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.
- 067 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 uses BIC BKTWTWTP067?
The code BKTWTWTP067 belongs to Tai Pao Branch, a unit of Bank of Taiwan in Chiayi, Taiwan. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Taiwan take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What does each part of BKTWTWTP067 stand for?
BKTW is the bank code of Bank of Taiwan, TW is the ISO code of Taiwan, TP is the code for the city or region and 067 identifies the branch Tai Pao Branch.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of Taiwan?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP067, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Taiwan is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What happens if I use BKTWTWTP067 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BKTWTWTP067 with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use BKTWTWTP instead of BKTWTWTP067?
BKTWTWTP points to the main office of Bank of Taiwan, while BKTWTWTP067 points to Tai Pao Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use BKTWTWTP067 if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.