SWIFT/BIC code BKTWUS6LXXX

BKTWUS6LXXX belongs to Bank of Taiwan in Los Angeles,ca, United States.

BKTWUS6LXXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBKTWUS6LXXX
8-character codeBKTWUS6L
Branch codeXXX
BankBank of Taiwan
BranchHead office
CityLos Angeles,ca
CountryUnited States

The way 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.
US Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
6L 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 BKTWUS6LXXX?

BKTWUS6LXXX identifies the headquarters of Bank of Taiwan in Los Angeles,ca, United States. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Bank of Taiwan.

What is the best way to send money to Bank of Taiwan in United States?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in US Dollar with transfer services before you send.

What happens if I use BKTWUS6LXXX with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BKTWUS6LXXX against the details from Bank of Taiwan before sending.

Are BKTWUS6L and BKTWUS6LXXX the same SWIFT code?

Yes. BKTWUS6L is the 8-character version of BKTWUS6LXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both will reach Bank of Taiwan in Los Angeles,ca.

How long does it take to send money to Bank of Taiwan?

A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.

Does Bank of Taiwan have only one SWIFT/BIC code?

Yes – BKTWUS6LXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Bank of Taiwan in United States, so there is no branch code to choose.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.