SWIFT/BIC code CTCBTWTP141
CTCBTWTP141 belongs to Ctbc Bank Co., LTD in Taipei, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CTCBTWTP141 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CTCBTWTP |
| Branch code | 141 |
| Bank | Ctbc Bank Co., LTD |
| Branch | Jhongshan Branch |
| City | Taipei |
| 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.
- 141 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code CTCBTWTP141?
The code CTCBTWTP141 belongs to Jhongshan Branch, a unit of Ctbc Bank Co., LTD in Taipei, Taiwan. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Ctbc Bank Co., LTD take in Taiwan?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Ctbc Bank Co., LTD in Taiwan?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Taiwan with specialist providers before you send.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Ctbc Bank Co., LTD?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code CTCBTWTP141, 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 happens if I enter CTCBTWTP141 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check CTCBTWTP141 with the recipient before sending.
Can I use CTCBTWTP instead of CTCBTWTP141?
CTCBTWTP points to the head office of Ctbc Bank Co., LTD, while CTCBTWTP141 points to Jhongshan Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use CTCBTWTP141 if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.