SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP151
BKTWTWTP151 belongs to Bank of Taiwan in Taipei, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKTWTWTP151 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKTWTWTP |
| Branch code | 151 |
| Bank | Bank of Taiwan |
| Branch | Treasury Department |
| City | Taipei |
| 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.
- 151 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 BIC BKTWTWTP151?
The code BKTWTWTP151 belongs to Treasury Department, 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.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Taiwan in Taiwan?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Taiwan with transfer services before you send.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Taiwan take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of Taiwan?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP151, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Taiwan uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What happens if I enter BKTWTWTP151 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BKTWTWTP151 with the recipient before sending.
Can I use BKTWTWTP instead of BKTWTWTP151?
BKTWTWTP is the head office of Bank of Taiwan, while BKTWTWTP151 is Treasury Department. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use BKTWTWTP151 if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.