SWIFT/BIC code CCBCTWTP642
CCBCTWTP642 belongs to Chang Hwa Commercial Bank LTD. in Tainan, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CCBCTWTP642 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CCBCTWTP |
| Branch code | 642 |
| Bank | Chang Hwa Commercial Bank LTD. |
| Branch | Hsi-Tainan Branch |
| City | Tainan |
| 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.
- 642 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 is behind SWIFT code CCBCTWTP642?
The code CCBCTWTP642 belongs to Hsi-Tainan Branch, a branch or department of Chang Hwa Commercial Bank LTD. in Tainan, Taiwan. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does Chang Hwa Commercial Bank LTD. have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 188 SWIFT/BIC codes for Chang Hwa Commercial Bank LTD. in Taiwan, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use CCBCTWTP instead of CCBCTWTP642?
CCBCTWTP is the main office of Chang Hwa Commercial Bank LTD., while CCBCTWTP642 points to Hsi-Tainan Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CCBCTWTP642.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Chang Hwa Commercial Bank LTD. in Taiwan?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Taiwan with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Chang Hwa Commercial Bank LTD.?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code CCBCTWTP642, 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.
How long does a transfer to Chang Hwa Commercial Bank LTD. take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.