SWIFT/BIC code CTCBTWTP108
CTCBTWTP108 belongs to Ctbc Bank Co., LTD in Taichung, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CTCBTWTP108 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CTCBTWTP |
| Branch code | 108 |
| Bank | Ctbc Bank Co., LTD |
| Branch | Shizheng Branch |
| City | Taichung |
| Country | Taiwan |
How 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.
- 108 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 CTCBTWTP108?
CTCBTWTP108 identifies Shizheng Branch, a unit of Ctbc Bank Co., LTD in Taichung, Taiwan. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Ctbc Bank Co., LTD?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code CTCBTWTP108, 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.
Can I use CTCBTWTP instead of CTCBTWTP108?
CTCBTWTP is the head office of Ctbc Bank Co., LTD, while CTCBTWTP108 is Shizheng Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use CTCBTWTP108 if the recipient asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Ctbc Bank Co., LTD in Taiwan?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Does Ctbc Bank Co., LTD have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 154 SWIFT/BIC codes for Ctbc Bank Co., LTD in Taiwan. All of them are listed on the page of Ctbc Bank Co., LTD.
What is the best way to send money to Ctbc Bank Co., LTD?
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 – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.