SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP141
BKTWTWTP141 belongs to Bank of Taiwan in Taichung, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKTWTWTP141 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKTWTWTP |
| Branch code | 141 |
| Bank | Bank of Taiwan |
| Branch | Hsitwun Branch |
| City | Taichung |
| Country | Taiwan |
The way the Bank of Taiwan SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 141 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 bank is behind SWIFT code BKTWTWTP141?
The code BKTWTWTP141 belongs to Hsitwun Branch, a unit of Bank of Taiwan in Taichung, Taiwan. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use BKTWTWTP instead of BKTWTWTP141?
BKTWTWTP is the head office of Bank of Taiwan, while BKTWTWTP141 points to Hsitwun Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use BKTWTWTP141 if the recipient asks for it.
What does each part of BKTWTWTP141 stand for?
BKTW is the institution code of Bank of Taiwan, TW stands for Taiwan, TP is the location code and 141 identifies the branch Hsitwun Branch.
Does Bank of Taiwan have 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 is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Taiwan?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Taiwan with specialist providers before you send.
What happens if I enter BKTWTWTP141 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BKTWTWTP141 against the details from Bank of Taiwan before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.