SWIFT/BIC code CTCBTWTP171

CTCBTWTP171 belongs to Ctbc Bank Co., LTD in Kaohsiung, Taiwan.

CTCBTWTP171

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCTCBTWTP171
8-character codeCTCBTWTP
Branch code171
BankCtbc Bank Co., LTD
BranchMinzu Branch
CityKaohsiung
CountryTaiwan

How 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.
171 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 bank is behind SWIFT code CTCBTWTP171?

CTCBTWTP171 identifies Minzu Branch, a branch or department of Ctbc Bank Co., LTD in Kaohsiung, Taiwan. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

How long does it take to send money to Ctbc Bank Co., LTD?

A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.

What do I need to send money to an account at Ctbc Bank Co., LTD?

You need the SWIFT/BIC code CTCBTWTP171, 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 best 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. Compare the amount that arrives in Taiwan with transfer services before you send.

What does each part of CTCBTWTP171 mean?

CTCB is the bank code of Ctbc Bank Co., LTD, TW is the ISO code of Taiwan, TP is the code for the city or region and 171 identifies the branch Minzu Branch.

Can I use CTCBTWTP instead of CTCBTWTP171?

CTCBTWTP points to the main office of Ctbc Bank Co., LTD, while CTCBTWTP171 points to Minzu Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CTCBTWTP171.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.