SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP086
BKTWTWTP086 belongs to Bank of Taiwan in Taipei, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKTWTWTP086 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKTWTWTP |
| Branch code | 086 |
| Bank | Bank of Taiwan |
| Branch | Ta An Branch |
| City | Taipei |
| 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.
- 086 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 BKTWTWTP086?
The code BKTWTWTP086 belongs to Ta An Branch, a branch or department of Bank of Taiwan in Taipei, Taiwan. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use BKTWTWTP086 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BKTWTWTP086 against the details from Bank of Taiwan before sending.
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. Check what you receive in Taiwan with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What do I need to send money to an account at Bank of Taiwan?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP086, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Taiwan uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Taiwan take in Taiwan?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Can I use BKTWTWTP instead of BKTWTWTP086?
BKTWTWTP points to the main office of Bank of Taiwan, while BKTWTWTP086 points to Ta An Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BKTWTWTP086.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.