SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP159
BKTWTWTP159 belongs to Bank of Taiwan in Kaohsiung, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKTWTWTP159 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKTWTWTP |
| Branch code | 159 |
| Bank | Bank of Taiwan |
| Branch | Hsiao Kang Branch |
| City | Kaohsiung |
| Country | Taiwan |
How 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.
- 159 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 uses SWIFT code BKTWTWTP159?
BKTWTWTP159 identifies Hsiao Kang Branch, a branch or department of Bank of Taiwan in Kaohsiung, Taiwan. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Does Bank of Taiwan have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 166 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Taiwan in Taiwan. You can see them all on the bank page.
What do I need to send money to an account at Bank of Taiwan?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP159, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Taiwan is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Can I use BKTWTWTP instead of BKTWTWTP159?
BKTWTWTP points to the main office of Bank of Taiwan, while BKTWTWTP159 points to Hsiao Kang Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use BKTWTWTP159 if the recipient asks for it.
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 quicker than a bank.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Taiwan in Taiwan?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Taiwan with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.