SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP144
BKTWTWTP144 belongs to Bank of Taiwan in Tao-Yuan, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKTWTWTP144 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKTWTWTP |
| Branch code | 144 |
| Bank | Bank of Taiwan |
| Branch | Neili Branch |
| City | Tao-Yuan |
| Country | Taiwan |
The way the Bank of Taiwan SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 144 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 BIC BKTWTWTP144?
BKTWTWTP144 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Neili Branch, a branch or department of Bank of Taiwan in Tao-Yuan, Taiwan. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Taiwan in Taiwan?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Taiwan with specialist providers before you send.
Can I use BKTWTWTP instead of BKTWTWTP144?
BKTWTWTP is the head office of Bank of Taiwan, while BKTWTWTP144 points to Neili Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BKTWTWTP144.
What does each part of BKTWTWTP144 mean?
BKTW is the bank code of Bank of Taiwan, TW stands for Taiwan, TP is the code for the city or region and 144 identifies the department Neili Branch.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of Taiwan?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP144, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Taiwan uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Taiwan take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on 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.