SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP221
BKTWTWTP221 belongs to Bank of Taiwan in Kaohsiung, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKTWTWTP221 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKTWTWTP |
| Branch code | 221 |
| Bank | Bank of Taiwan |
| Branch | Kaohsiung Science Park Branch |
| City | Kaohsiung |
| 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.
- 221 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 code BKTWTWTP221?
BKTWTWTP221 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Kaohsiung Science Park Branch, part of Bank of Taiwan in Kaohsiung, Taiwan. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in BKTWTWTP221 stand for?
BKTW is the institution code of Bank of Taiwan, TW is the ISO code of Taiwan, TP is the code for the city or region and 221 identifies the branch Kaohsiung Science Park Branch.
What happens if I enter BKTWTWTP221 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BKTWTWTP221 against the details from Bank of Taiwan before sending.
Can I use BKTWTWTP instead of BKTWTWTP221?
BKTWTWTP points to the main office of Bank of Taiwan, while BKTWTWTP221 points to Kaohsiung Science Park Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BKTWTWTP221.
Has Bank of Taiwan got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 166 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Taiwan in Taiwan. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of Taiwan.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Taiwan?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Taiwan with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.