SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP154
BKTWTWTP154 belongs to Bank of Taiwan in Chiayi, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKTWTWTP154 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKTWTWTP |
| Branch code | 154 |
| Bank | Bank of Taiwan |
| Branch | Chiabei Branch |
| City | Chiayi |
| Country | Taiwan |
How 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.
- 154 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 SWIFT code BKTWTWTP154?
BKTWTWTP154 identifies Chiabei Branch, a branch or department of Bank of Taiwan in Chiayi, Taiwan. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Taiwan?
Banks often add several percent 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.
What happens if I enter BKTWTWTP154 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BKTWTWTP154 against the details from Bank of Taiwan before you confirm.
Can I use BKTWTWTP instead of BKTWTWTP154?
BKTWTWTP is the head office of Bank of Taiwan, while BKTWTWTP154 points to Chiabei Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use BKTWTWTP154 if the recipient asks for it.
What does each part of BKTWTWTP154 mean?
BKTW is the institution code of Bank of Taiwan, TW is the ISO code of Taiwan, TP is the code for the city or region and 154 is the code of the department Chiabei Branch.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Taiwan in Taiwan?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.