SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP227
BKTWTWTP227 belongs to Bank of Taiwan in Tainan, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKTWTWTP227 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKTWTWTP |
| Branch code | 227 |
| Bank | Bank of Taiwan |
| Branch | Rende Branch |
| City | Tainan |
| Country | Taiwan |
How 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.
- 227 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 uses BIC BKTWTWTP227?
BKTWTWTP227 identifies Rende Branch, a branch or department of Bank of Taiwan in Tainan, Taiwan. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
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. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Taiwan?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Taiwan with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of Taiwan?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP227, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Taiwan is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Can I use BKTWTWTP instead of BKTWTWTP227?
BKTWTWTP points to the main office of Bank of Taiwan, while BKTWTWTP227 points to Rende Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use BKTWTWTP227 if the recipient asks for it.
What do the letters in BKTWTWTP227 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 227 is the code of the department Rende Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.