SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP180
BKTWTWTP180 belongs to Bank of Taiwan in Pingtung, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKTWTWTP180 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKTWTWTP |
| Branch code | 180 |
| Bank | Bank of Taiwan |
| Branch | Hsinyuan 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.
- 180 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/BIC code BKTWTWTP180?
BKTWTWTP180 identifies Hsinyuan Branch, part of Bank of Taiwan in Pingtung, Taiwan. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of Taiwan?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP180, the IBAN or local account number 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 BKTWTWTP180?
BKTWTWTP points to the main office of Bank of Taiwan, while BKTWTWTP180 points to Hsinyuan Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BKTWTWTP180.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Taiwan in Taiwan?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Does Bank of Taiwan have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 166 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Taiwan in Taiwan, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of Taiwan.
What does each part of BKTWTWTP180 stand for?
BKTW is the institution code of Bank of Taiwan, TW is the ISO code of Taiwan, TP is the location code and 180 identifies the branch Hsinyuan Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.