SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP118
BKTWTWTP118 belongs to Bank of Taiwan in Kaohsiung, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKTWTWTP118 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKTWTWTP |
| Branch code | 118 |
| Bank | Bank of Taiwan |
| Branch | Wu Chia Branch |
| City | Kaohsiung |
| 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.
- 118 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 BKTWTWTP118?
The code BKTWTWTP118 belongs to Wu Chia Branch, part of Bank of Taiwan in Kaohsiung, Taiwan. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Taiwan in 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.
Can I use BKTWTWTP instead of BKTWTWTP118?
BKTWTWTP points to the head office of Bank of Taiwan, while BKTWTWTP118 points to Wu Chia Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BKTWTWTP118.
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.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of Taiwan?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP118, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Taiwan is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What do the letters in BKTWTWTP118 stand for?
BKTW is the bank code of Bank of Taiwan, TW stands for Taiwan, TP is the location code and 118 is the code of the branch Wu Chia Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.