SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP249
BKTWTWTP249 belongs to Bank of Taiwan in Taichung, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKTWTWTP249 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKTWTWTP |
| Branch code | 249 |
| Bank | Bank of Taiwan |
| Branch | North Taichung Branch |
| City | Taichung |
| Country | Taiwan |
The way 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.
- 249 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 uses BIC BKTWTWTP249?
BKTWTWTP249 identifies North Taichung Branch, a unit of Bank of Taiwan in Taichung, Taiwan. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
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. Check what you receive in Taiwan with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use BKTWTWTP instead of BKTWTWTP249?
BKTWTWTP points to the main office of Bank of Taiwan, while BKTWTWTP249 points to North Taichung Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use BKTWTWTP249 if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I enter BKTWTWTP249 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BKTWTWTP249 with the recipient before you confirm.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of Taiwan?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP249, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Taiwan is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What does each part of BKTWTWTP249 mean?
BKTW is the bank code of Bank of Taiwan, TW is the ISO code of Taiwan, TP is the location code and 249 is the code of the department North Taichung Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.