SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP245
BKTWTWTP245 belongs to Bank of Taiwan in Hsinchuang, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKTWTWTP245 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKTWTWTP |
| Branch code | 245 |
| Bank | Bank of Taiwan |
| Branch | Nan Hsinchuang Branch |
| City | Hsinchuang |
| 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.
- 245 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 BKTWTWTP245?
BKTWTWTP245 identifies Nan Hsinchuang Branch, a branch or department of Bank of Taiwan in Hsinchuang, Taiwan. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Taiwan in Taiwan?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Taiwan with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter BKTWTWTP245 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BKTWTWTP245 with the recipient before sending.
What do the letters in BKTWTWTP245 mean?
BKTW is the bank code of Bank of Taiwan, TW stands for Taiwan, TP is the location code and 245 is the code of the branch Nan Hsinchuang Branch.
Has Bank of Taiwan got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 166 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Taiwan in Taiwan, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use BKTWTWTP instead of BKTWTWTP245?
BKTWTWTP is the head office of Bank of Taiwan, while BKTWTWTP245 is Nan Hsinchuang Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BKTWTWTP245.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.