SWIFT/BIC code BOTPTWTPXXX
BOTPTWTPXXX belongs to Taipei Star Bank in Taipei, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOTPTWTPXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOTPTWTP |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Taipei Star Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Taipei |
| Country | Taiwan |
How the Taipei Star Bank SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BOTP 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
What bank uses SWIFT/BIC code BOTPTWTPXXX?
BOTPTWTPXXX identifies the headquarters of Taipei Star Bank in Taipei, Taiwan. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Taipei Star Bank.
Are BOTPTWTP and BOTPTWTPXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. BOTPTWTP is the 8-character version of BOTPTWTPXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Taipei Star Bank in Taipei.
How long does a transfer to Taipei Star Bank take in Taiwan?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Taipei Star Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BOTPTWTPXXX, 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.
What do the letters in BOTPTWTPXXX mean?
BOTP is the bank code of Taipei Star Bank, TW stands for Taiwan, TP is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
What happens if I use BOTPTWTPXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BOTPTWTPXXX 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.