SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTPXXX
BKTWTWTPXXX belongs to Bank of Taiwan in Taipei, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKTWTWTPXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKTWTWTP |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank of Taiwan |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Taipei |
| 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.
- XXX 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 BKTWTWTPXXX?
The code BKTWTWTPXXX belongs to the main office of Bank of Taiwan in Taipei, Taiwan. Use it when you send money to an account at Bank of Taiwan.
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 the amount that arrives in Taiwan with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Bank of Taiwan?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BKTWTWTPXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Taiwan uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What does each part of BKTWTWTPXXX mean?
BKTW is the bank code of Bank of Taiwan, TW stands for Taiwan, TP is the location code and XXX means the main office.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Taiwan take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What happens if I use BKTWTWTPXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BKTWTWTPXXX against the details from Bank of Taiwan before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.