SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP283
BKTWTWTP283 belongs to Bank of Taiwan in Kaohsiung, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKTWTWTP283 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKTWTWTP |
| Branch code | 283 |
| Bank | Bank of Taiwan |
| Branch | Renwu Branch |
| City | Kaohsiung |
| Country | Taiwan |
How 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.
- 283 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 BIC BKTWTWTP283?
BKTWTWTP283 identifies Renwu Branch, a unit of Bank of Taiwan in Kaohsiung, Taiwan. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Has Bank of Taiwan got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 166 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Taiwan in Taiwan. You can see them all on the bank page.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Taiwan?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Taiwan with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I enter BKTWTWTP283 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BKTWTWTP283 against the details from Bank of Taiwan before you confirm.
Can I use BKTWTWTP instead of BKTWTWTP283?
BKTWTWTP is the head office of Bank of Taiwan, while BKTWTWTP283 points to Renwu Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BKTWTWTP283.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of Taiwan?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTP283, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Taiwan is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.