SWIFT/BIC code CTCBTWTP186
CTCBTWTP186 belongs to Ctbc Bank Co., LTD in New Taipei, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CTCBTWTP186 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CTCBTWTP |
| Branch code | 186 |
| Bank | Ctbc Bank Co., LTD |
| Branch | Banhe Mini Branch |
| City | New 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.
- 186 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code CTCBTWTP186?
CTCBTWTP186 identifies Banhe Mini Branch, part of Ctbc Bank Co., LTD in New Taipei, Taiwan. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Ctbc Bank Co., LTD?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code CTCBTWTP186, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Taiwan uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
How long does a transfer to Ctbc Bank Co., LTD take in Taiwan?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What happens if I use CTCBTWTP186 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check CTCBTWTP186 with the recipient before sending.
Can I use CTCBTWTP instead of CTCBTWTP186?
CTCBTWTP is the head office of Ctbc Bank Co., LTD, while CTCBTWTP186 is Banhe Mini Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use CTCBTWTP186 if the recipient asks for it.
What do the letters in CTCBTWTP186 mean?
CTCB is the bank code of Ctbc Bank Co., LTD, TW stands for Taiwan, TP is the location code and 186 is the code of the department Banhe Mini Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.