SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP239
BKTWTWTP239 belongs to Bank of Taiwan in Taipei, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKTWTWTP239 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKTWTWTP |
| Branch code | 239 |
| Bank | Bank of Taiwan |
| Branch | Jinshan Branch |
| City | Taipei |
| Country | Taiwan |
The way 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.
- 239 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 code BKTWTWTP239?
BKTWTWTP239 identifies Jinshan Branch, a unit of Bank of Taiwan in Taipei, Taiwan. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Taiwan in Taiwan?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Taiwan with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Has Bank of Taiwan got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 166 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Taiwan in Taiwan. You can see them all on the bank page.
What do I need to send money to an account at Bank of Taiwan?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP239, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Taiwan uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What happens if I enter BKTWTWTP239 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BKTWTWTP239 with the recipient before sending.
Can I use BKTWTWTP instead of BKTWTWTP239?
BKTWTWTP points to the main office of Bank of Taiwan, while BKTWTWTP239 points to Jinshan Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BKTWTWTP239.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.