SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP218
BKTWTWTP218 belongs to Bank of Taiwan in Taipei, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKTWTWTP218 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKTWTWTP |
| Branch code | 218 |
| Bank | Bank of Taiwan |
| Branch | Taipei Port Branch |
| City | Taipei |
| Country | Taiwan |
How 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.
- 218 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 BKTWTWTP218?
The code BKTWTWTP218 belongs to Taipei Port Branch, part of Bank of Taiwan in Taipei, Taiwan. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does Bank of Taiwan have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 166 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Taiwan in Taiwan, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I use BKTWTWTP218 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BKTWTWTP218 against the details from Bank of Taiwan before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Taiwan take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Can I use BKTWTWTP instead of BKTWTWTP218?
BKTWTWTP points to the main office of Bank of Taiwan, while BKTWTWTP218 points to Taipei Port Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use BKTWTWTP218 if the recipient asks for it.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Bank of Taiwan?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP218, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Taiwan uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.