SWIFT/BIC code CBCTTWTPXXX
CBCTTWTPXXX belongs to Central Bank of China Taipei in Taipei, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CBCTTWTPXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CBCTTWTP |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Central Bank of China Taipei |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Taipei |
| Country | Taiwan |
How the Central Bank of China Taipei SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CBCT 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 is behind BIC CBCTTWTPXXX?
CBCTTWTPXXX identifies the main office of Central Bank of China Taipei in Taipei, Taiwan. Use it when you send money to an account at Central Bank of China Taipei.
Is CBCTTWTP and CBCTTWTPXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. CBCTTWTP is the short version of CBCTTWTPXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both routes your payment to Central Bank of China Taipei in Taipei.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Central Bank of China Taipei in Taiwan?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Taiwan with transfer services before you send.
How long does it take to send money to Central Bank of China Taipei?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What does each part of CBCTTWTPXXX stand for?
CBCT is the bank code of Central Bank of China Taipei, TW is the ISO code of Taiwan, TP is the location code and XXX means the main office.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Central Bank of China Taipei?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code CBCTTWTPXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Taiwan is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.