SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP082
BKTWTWTP082 belongs to Bank of Taiwan in Kaohsiung, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKTWTWTP082 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKTWTWTP |
| Branch code | 082 |
| Bank | Bank of Taiwan |
| Branch | San Dou Branch |
| City | Kaohsiung |
| Country | Taiwan |
How the Bank of Taiwan SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 082 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 BKTWTWTP082?
BKTWTWTP082 is the SWIFT/BIC code of San Dou Branch, a unit of Bank of Taiwan in Kaohsiung, Taiwan. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in BKTWTWTP082 stand for?
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 082 is the code of the department San Dou Branch.
Can I use BKTWTWTP instead of BKTWTWTP082?
BKTWTWTP points to the main office of Bank of Taiwan, while BKTWTWTP082 points to San Dou Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BKTWTWTP082.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of Taiwan?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP082, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Taiwan uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Taiwan take in Taiwan?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What happens if I use BKTWTWTP082 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BKTWTWTP082 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.