SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP135
BKTWTWTP135 belongs to Bank of Taiwan in Taipei, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKTWTWTP135 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKTWTWTP |
| Branch code | 135 |
| Bank | Bank of Taiwan |
| Branch | Wu Ku 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.
- 135 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 BKTWTWTP135?
BKTWTWTP135 identifies Wu Ku Branch, a branch or department of Bank of Taiwan in Taipei, Taiwan. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter BKTWTWTP135 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BKTWTWTP135 against the details from Bank of Taiwan before sending.
Has Bank of Taiwan got more 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 do I need to send money to an account at Bank of Taiwan?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP135, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Taiwan uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Can I use BKTWTWTP instead of BKTWTWTP135?
BKTWTWTP is the head office of Bank of Taiwan, while BKTWTWTP135 points to Wu Ku Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use BKTWTWTP135 if the recipient asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Taiwan take in Taiwan?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.