SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP257
BKTWTWTP257 belongs to Bank of Taiwan in Hualien, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKTWTWTP257 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKTWTWTP |
| Branch code | 257 |
| Bank | Bank of Taiwan |
| Branch | North Hualien Branch |
| City | Hualien |
| Country | Taiwan |
How 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.
- 257 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 BIC BKTWTWTP257?
The code BKTWTWTP257 belongs to North Hualien Branch, a unit of Bank of Taiwan in Hualien, Taiwan. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Taiwan?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Taiwan with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of BKTWTWTP257 mean?
BKTW is the institution code of Bank of Taiwan, TW stands for Taiwan, TP is the location code and 257 identifies the department North Hualien Branch.
Has Bank of Taiwan got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 166 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Taiwan in Taiwan. You can see them all on the bank page.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Taiwan take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What happens if I use BKTWTWTP257 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BKTWTWTP257 with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.