SWIFT/BIC code CTCBTWTP163
CTCBTWTP163 belongs to Ctbc Bank Co., LTD in Taipei, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CTCBTWTP163 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CTCBTWTP |
| Branch code | 163 |
| Bank | Ctbc Bank Co., LTD |
| Branch | Dunnan Branch |
| City | Taipei |
| Country | Taiwan |
The way the Ctbc Bank Co., LTD SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 163 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 BIC CTCBTWTP163?
CTCBTWTP163 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Dunnan Branch, a unit of Ctbc Bank Co., LTD in Taipei, Taiwan. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use CTCBTWTP163 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check CTCBTWTP163 with the recipient before sending.
How long does a transfer to Ctbc Bank Co., LTD take in Taiwan?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Ctbc Bank Co., LTD?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code CTCBTWTP163, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Taiwan is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Ctbc Bank Co., LTD?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Taiwan with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in CTCBTWTP163 stand for?
CTCB is the institution code of Ctbc Bank Co., LTD, TW stands for Taiwan, TP is the location code and 163 identifies the branch Dunnan Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.