SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP171
BKTWTWTP171 belongs to Bank of Taiwan in Taichung, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKTWTWTP171 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKTWTWTP |
| Branch code | 171 |
| Bank | Bank of Taiwan |
| Branch | Defang Branch |
| City | Taichung |
| 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.
- 171 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/BIC code BKTWTWTP171?
BKTWTWTP171 identifies Defang Branch, a unit of Bank of Taiwan in Taichung, Taiwan. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in BKTWTWTP171 stand for?
BKTW is the institution code of Bank of Taiwan, TW stands for Taiwan, TP is the code for the city or region and 171 is the code of the branch Defang Branch.
Can I use BKTWTWTP instead of BKTWTWTP171?
BKTWTWTP is the main office of Bank of Taiwan, while BKTWTWTP171 points to Defang Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BKTWTWTP171.
Does Bank of Taiwan have more 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 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. Compare what you receive in Taiwan with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter BKTWTWTP171 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BKTWTWTP171 with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.