SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP160
BKTWTWTP160 belongs to Bank of Taiwan in Pingtung, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKTWTWTP160 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKTWTWTP |
| Branch code | 160 |
| Bank | Bank of Taiwan |
| Branch | Chungping Branch |
| City | Pingtung |
| Country | Taiwan |
The way 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.
- 160 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 BKTWTWTP160?
BKTWTWTP160 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Chungping Branch, a unit of Bank of Taiwan in Pingtung, Taiwan. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use BKTWTWTP instead of BKTWTWTP160?
BKTWTWTP points to the main office of Bank of Taiwan, while BKTWTWTP160 points to Chungping Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BKTWTWTP160.
What does each part of BKTWTWTP160 mean?
BKTW is the institution code of Bank of Taiwan, TW stands for Taiwan, TP is the location code and 160 is the code of the branch Chungping Branch.
Has Bank of Taiwan got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 166 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Taiwan in Taiwan. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of Taiwan.
What happens if I use BKTWTWTP160 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BKTWTWTP160 against the details from Bank of Taiwan before sending.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Taiwan?
Many banks add 1–3% 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.