SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP187
BKTWTWTP187 belongs to Bank of Taiwan in Taipei, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKTWTWTP187 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKTWTWTP |
| Branch code | 187 |
| Bank | Bank of Taiwan |
| Branch | Lu Jhou Branch |
| City | Taipei |
| 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.
- 187 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 bank is behind BIC BKTWTWTP187?
BKTWTWTP187 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Lu Jhou Branch, a branch or department of Bank of Taiwan in Taipei, Taiwan. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Taiwan in Taiwan?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What do I need to send money to an account at Bank of Taiwan?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP187, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Taiwan uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What is the best 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.
What do the letters in BKTWTWTP187 mean?
BKTW is the institution code of Bank of Taiwan, TW stands for Taiwan, TP is the location code and 187 identifies the branch Lu Jhou Branch.
Can I use BKTWTWTP instead of BKTWTWTP187?
BKTWTWTP is the main office of Bank of Taiwan, while BKTWTWTP187 points to Lu Jhou Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use BKTWTWTP187 if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.