SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP122
BKTWTWTP122 belongs to Bank of Taiwan in Taipei, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKTWTWTP122 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKTWTWTP |
| Branch code | 122 |
| Bank | Bank of Taiwan |
| Branch | Jen Ai 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.
- 122 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 code BKTWTWTP122?
The code BKTWTWTP122 belongs to Jen Ai 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.
Does Bank of Taiwan have 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.
Can I use BKTWTWTP instead of BKTWTWTP122?
BKTWTWTP is the head office of Bank of Taiwan, while BKTWTWTP122 is Jen Ai Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use BKTWTWTP122 if the recipient asks for it.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of Taiwan?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP122, 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 it take to send money to Bank of Taiwan in Taiwan?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Taiwan?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives 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.