SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP111
BKTWTWTP111 belongs to Bank of Taiwan in Taipei, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKTWTWTP111 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKTWTWTP |
| Branch code | 111 |
| Bank | Bank of Taiwan |
| Branch | Tucheng Branch |
| City | Taipei |
| 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.
- 111 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP111?
BKTWTWTP111 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Tucheng 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 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 transfer services before you send.
Does Bank of Taiwan have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 166 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Taiwan in Taiwan, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use BKTWTWTP instead of BKTWTWTP111?
BKTWTWTP is the main office of Bank of Taiwan, while BKTWTWTP111 is Tucheng Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BKTWTWTP111.
What happens if I use BKTWTWTP111 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BKTWTWTP111 with the recipient before you confirm.
What do the letters in BKTWTWTP111 stand for?
BKTW is the bank code of Bank of Taiwan, TW is the ISO code of Taiwan, TP is the location code and 111 is the code of the branch Tucheng Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.