SWIFT/BIC code CCBCTWTP508
CCBCTWTP508 belongs to Chang Hwa Commercial Bank LTD. in Taipei, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CCBCTWTP508 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CCBCTWTP |
| Branch code | 508 |
| Bank | Chang Hwa Commercial Bank LTD. |
| Branch | Chungshan North Road Branch |
| City | Taipei |
| Country | Taiwan |
The way the Chang Hwa Commercial Bank LTD. SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CCBC 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.
- 508 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 branch is behind BIC CCBCTWTP508?
The code CCBCTWTP508 belongs to Chungshan North Road Branch, a branch or department of Chang Hwa Commercial Bank LTD. in Taipei, Taiwan. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to Chang Hwa Commercial Bank LTD. in Taiwan?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Chang Hwa Commercial Bank LTD.?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code CCBCTWTP508, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Taiwan is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Chang Hwa Commercial Bank LTD. in Taiwan?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Taiwan with transfer services before you send.
Can I use CCBCTWTP instead of CCBCTWTP508?
CCBCTWTP points to the main office of Chang Hwa Commercial Bank LTD., while CCBCTWTP508 is Chungshan North Road Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CCBCTWTP508.
What happens if I use CCBCTWTP508 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check CCBCTWTP508 against the details from Chang Hwa Commercial Bank LTD. before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.