SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP081
BKTWTWTP081 belongs to Bank of Taiwan in Tainan, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKTWTWTP081 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKTWTWTP |
| Branch code | 081 |
| Bank | Bank of Taiwan |
| Branch | Yung Kang Branch |
| City | Tainan |
| 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.
- 081 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 SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP081?
BKTWTWTP081 identifies Yung Kang Branch, a branch or department of Bank of Taiwan in Tainan, Taiwan. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Taiwan take in Taiwan?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Can I use BKTWTWTP instead of BKTWTWTP081?
BKTWTWTP is the head office of Bank of Taiwan, while BKTWTWTP081 is Yung Kang Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BKTWTWTP081.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of Taiwan?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP081, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Taiwan uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What does each part of BKTWTWTP081 mean?
BKTW is the institution code of Bank of Taiwan, TW is the ISO code of Taiwan, TP is the code for the city or region and 081 is the code of the branch Yung Kang Branch.
What happens if I use BKTWTWTP081 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BKTWTWTP081 against the details from Bank of Taiwan before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.