SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP253
BKTWTWTP253 belongs to Bank of Taiwan in Tainan, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKTWTWTP253 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKTWTWTP |
| Branch code | 253 |
| Bank | Bank of Taiwan |
| Branch | Nandu Branch |
| City | Tainan |
| Country | Taiwan |
How 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.
- 253 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 bank uses SWIFT code BKTWTWTP253?
BKTWTWTP253 identifies Nandu Branch, a branch or department of Bank of Taiwan in Tainan, Taiwan. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Has Bank of Taiwan got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 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 BKTWTWTP253?
BKTWTWTP is the main office of Bank of Taiwan, while BKTWTWTP253 points to Nandu Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BKTWTWTP253.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Taiwan in Taiwan?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What does each part of BKTWTWTP253 stand for?
BKTW is the bank code of Bank of Taiwan, TW stands for Taiwan, TP is the code for the city or region and 253 is the code of the department Nandu Branch.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of Taiwan?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP253, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Taiwan uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.