SWIFT/BIC code CTCBTWTP222
CTCBTWTP222 belongs to Ctbc Bank Co., LTD in Tainan, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CTCBTWTP222 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CTCBTWTP |
| Branch code | 222 |
| Bank | Ctbc Bank Co., LTD |
| Branch | West Tainan Branch |
| City | Tainan |
| 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.
- 222 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 CTCBTWTP222?
CTCBTWTP222 is the SWIFT/BIC code of West Tainan Branch, a unit of Ctbc Bank Co., LTD in Tainan, Taiwan. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
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. Check the amount that arrives in Taiwan with specialist providers before you send.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Ctbc Bank Co., LTD?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code CTCBTWTP222, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Taiwan uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
How long does a transfer to Ctbc Bank Co., LTD take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What happens if I enter CTCBTWTP222 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check CTCBTWTP222 against the details from Ctbc Bank Co., LTD before sending.
What does each part of CTCBTWTP222 stand for?
CTCB is the bank code of Ctbc Bank Co., LTD, TW stands for Taiwan, TP is the location code and 222 identifies the department West Tainan Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.