SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP087
BKTWTWTP087 belongs to Bank of Taiwan in Taipei, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKTWTWTP087 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKTWTWTP |
| Branch code | 087 |
| Bank | Bank of Taiwan |
| Branch | Hua Chiang Branch |
| City | Taipei |
| Country | Taiwan |
The way 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.
- 087 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP087?
BKTWTWTP087 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Hua Chiang Branch, part of Bank of Taiwan in Taipei, Taiwan. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use BKTWTWTP instead of BKTWTWTP087?
BKTWTWTP points to the main office of Bank of Taiwan, while BKTWTWTP087 points to Hua Chiang Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BKTWTWTP087.
What happens if I use BKTWTWTP087 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BKTWTWTP087 against the details from Bank of Taiwan before sending.
Has Bank of Taiwan got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 166 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Taiwan in Taiwan, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of Taiwan.
What does each part of BKTWTWTP087 mean?
BKTW is the institution code of Bank of Taiwan, TW stands for Taiwan, TP is the code for the city or region and 087 is the code of the branch Hua Chiang Branch.
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 what you receive in Taiwan with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.