SWIFT/BIC code CTCBTWTP082
CTCBTWTP082 belongs to Ctbc Bank Co., LTD in Chiayi, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CTCBTWTP082 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CTCBTWTP |
| Branch code | 082 |
| Bank | Ctbc Bank Co., LTD |
| Branch | Chiayi Branch |
| City | Chiayi |
| Country | Taiwan |
The way the Ctbc Bank Co., LTD SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 082 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 SWIFT code CTCBTWTP082?
CTCBTWTP082 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Chiayi Branch, part of Ctbc Bank Co., LTD in Chiayi, Taiwan. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Ctbc Bank Co., LTD in Taiwan?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Taiwan with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use CTCBTWTP instead of CTCBTWTP082?
CTCBTWTP points to the main office of Ctbc Bank Co., LTD, while CTCBTWTP082 points to Chiayi Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use CTCBTWTP082 if the recipient asks for it.
What does each part of CTCBTWTP082 stand for?
CTCB is the bank code of Ctbc Bank Co., LTD, TW is the ISO code of Taiwan, TP is the location code and 082 is the code of the department Chiayi Branch.
How long does a transfer to Ctbc Bank Co., LTD take in Taiwan?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Ctbc Bank Co., LTD?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code CTCBTWTP082, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Taiwan uses international SWIFT transfers, 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.