SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP071
BKTWTWTP071 belongs to Bank of Taiwan in Hsinchuang, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKTWTWTP071 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKTWTWTP |
| Branch code | 071 |
| Bank | Bank of Taiwan |
| Branch | Hsinchuang Branch |
| City | Hsinchuang |
| 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.
- 071 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
What bank is behind BIC BKTWTWTP071?
The code BKTWTWTP071 belongs to Hsinchuang Branch, a branch or department of Bank of Taiwan in Hsinchuang, Taiwan. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Taiwan in Taiwan?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of Taiwan?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP071, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Taiwan is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Taiwan?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Taiwan with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use BKTWTWTP071 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BKTWTWTP071 with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use BKTWTWTP instead of BKTWTWTP071?
BKTWTWTP points to the main office of Bank of Taiwan, while BKTWTWTP071 is Hsinchuang Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BKTWTWTP071.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.