SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP223
BKTWTWTP223 belongs to Bank of Taiwan in Taipei, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKTWTWTP223 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKTWTWTP |
| Branch code | 223 |
| Bank | Bank of Taiwan |
| Branch | Donghu Branch |
| City | Taipei |
| Country | Taiwan |
How the Bank of Taiwan SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 223 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 BKTWTWTP223?
The code BKTWTWTP223 belongs to Donghu Branch, part of Bank of Taiwan in Taipei, Taiwan. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Taiwan?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What happens if I use BKTWTWTP223 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BKTWTWTP223 against the details from Bank of Taiwan before sending.
What do I need to send money to an account at Bank of Taiwan?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP223, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Taiwan uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What does each part of BKTWTWTP223 mean?
BKTW is the institution code of Bank of Taiwan, TW stands for Taiwan, TP is the location code and 223 identifies the department Donghu Branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Taiwan?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check 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.