SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP176
BKTWTWTP176 belongs to Bank of Taiwan in Pingtung, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKTWTWTP176 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKTWTWTP |
| Branch code | 176 |
| Bank | Bank of Taiwan |
| Branch | Pingtung Agricultural Biotechnology Park Branch |
| City | Pingtung |
| 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.
- 176 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 SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP176?
BKTWTWTP176 identifies Pingtung Agricultural Biotechnology Park Branch, part of Bank of Taiwan in Pingtung, Taiwan. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter BKTWTWTP176 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BKTWTWTP176 against the details from Bank of Taiwan before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Taiwan?
Banks often add 1–3% 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 in Taiwan?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Can I use BKTWTWTP instead of BKTWTWTP176?
BKTWTWTP is the head office of Bank of Taiwan, while BKTWTWTP176 is Pingtung Agricultural Biotechnology Park Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use BKTWTWTP176 if the recipient asks for it.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Bank of Taiwan?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP176, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Taiwan is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.