SWIFT/BIC code BKTWUS33XXX
BKTWUS33XXX belongs to Bank of Taiwan, New York Branch in New York,ny, United States.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKTWUS33XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKTWUS33 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank of Taiwan, New York Branch |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | New York,ny |
| Country | United States |
The way the Bank of Taiwan, New York Branch 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.
- US Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 33 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/BIC code BKTWUS33XXX?
BKTWUS33XXX identifies the head office of Bank of Taiwan, New York Branch in New York,ny, United States. Use it when a payment to Bank of Taiwan, New York Branch does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I use BKTWUS33XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BKTWUS33XXX against the details from Bank of Taiwan, New York Branch before you confirm.
Is BKTWUS33 and BKTWUS33XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. BKTWUS33 is the short version of BKTWUS33XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both will reach Bank of Taiwan, New York Branch in New York,ny.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Taiwan, New York Branch take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of Taiwan, New York Branch?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BKTWUS33XXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. United States is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What does each part of BKTWUS33XXX stand for?
BKTW is the bank code of Bank of Taiwan, New York Branch, US is the ISO code of United States, 33 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.