SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP224
BKTWTWTP224 belongs to Bank of Taiwan in Kaohsiung, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKTWTWTP224 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKTWTWTP |
| Branch code | 224 |
| Bank | Bank of Taiwan |
| Branch | Gaorong Branch |
| City | Kaohsiung |
| 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.
- 224 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
What bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP224?
BKTWTWTP224 identifies Gaorong Branch, a unit of Bank of Taiwan in Kaohsiung, Taiwan. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use BKTWTWTP instead of BKTWTWTP224?
BKTWTWTP points to the head office of Bank of Taiwan, while BKTWTWTP224 points to Gaorong Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BKTWTWTP224.
What happens if I enter BKTWTWTP224 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BKTWTWTP224 against the details from Bank of Taiwan before you confirm.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of Taiwan?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP224, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Taiwan uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Taiwan take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Has Bank of Taiwan got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 166 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Taiwan in Taiwan. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of Taiwan.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.