SWIFT/BIC code CTCBTWTP059
CTCBTWTP059 belongs to Ctbc Bank Co., LTD in Tainan, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CTCBTWTP059 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CTCBTWTP |
| Branch code | 059 |
| Bank | Ctbc Bank Co., LTD |
| Branch | Tainan Branch |
| City | Tainan |
| Country | Taiwan |
The way the Ctbc Bank Co., LTD SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CTCB 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.
- 059 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 code CTCBTWTP059?
The code CTCBTWTP059 belongs to Tainan Branch, part of Ctbc Bank Co., LTD in Tainan, Taiwan. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Ctbc Bank Co., LTD?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code CTCBTWTP059, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Taiwan is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Has Ctbc Bank Co., LTD got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 154 SWIFT/BIC codes for Ctbc Bank Co., LTD in Taiwan. You can see them all on the bank page.
How long does a transfer to Ctbc Bank Co., LTD take in Taiwan?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Ctbc Bank Co., LTD?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Taiwan with transfer services before you send.
Can I use CTCBTWTP instead of CTCBTWTP059?
CTCBTWTP is the head office of Ctbc Bank Co., LTD, while CTCBTWTP059 points to Tainan Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CTCBTWTP059.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.