SWIFT/BIC code CTCBTWTP234
CTCBTWTP234 belongs to Ctbc Bank Co., LTD in Kaohsiung, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CTCBTWTP234 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CTCBTWTP |
| Branch code | 234 |
| Bank | Ctbc Bank Co., LTD |
| Branch | Bo-Ai Branch |
| City | Kaohsiung |
| 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.
- 234 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 code CTCBTWTP234?
The code CTCBTWTP234 belongs to Bo-Ai Branch, a unit of Ctbc Bank Co., LTD in Kaohsiung, Taiwan. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use CTCBTWTP234 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check CTCBTWTP234 with the recipient before sending.
What do I need to send money to an account at Ctbc Bank Co., LTD?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code CTCBTWTP234, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Taiwan is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Can I use CTCBTWTP instead of CTCBTWTP234?
CTCBTWTP points to the main office of Ctbc Bank Co., LTD, while CTCBTWTP234 points to Bo-Ai Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CTCBTWTP234.
How long does it take to send money to Ctbc Bank Co., LTD in Taiwan?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What do the letters in CTCBTWTP234 stand for?
CTCB is the bank code of Ctbc Bank Co., LTD, TW is the ISO code of Taiwan, TP is the location code and 234 is the code of the branch Bo-Ai Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.