SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP241
BKTWTWTP241 belongs to Bank of Taiwan in Taipei, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKTWTWTP241 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKTWTWTP |
| Branch code | 241 |
| Bank | Bank of Taiwan |
| Branch | Jiantan Branch |
| City | Taipei |
| 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.
- 241 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 BKTWTWTP241?
The code BKTWTWTP241 belongs to Jiantan Branch, a branch or department of Bank of Taiwan in Taipei, Taiwan. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter BKTWTWTP241 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BKTWTWTP241 against the details from Bank of Taiwan before sending.
Has Bank of Taiwan got other 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.
Can I use BKTWTWTP instead of BKTWTWTP241?
BKTWTWTP is the main office of Bank of Taiwan, while BKTWTWTP241 points to Jiantan Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BKTWTWTP241.
What does each part of BKTWTWTP241 mean?
BKTW is the institution code of Bank of Taiwan, TW stands for Taiwan, TP is the location code and 241 is the code of the branch Jiantan Branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Taiwan in Taiwan?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive 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.