SWIFT/BIC code CTCBTWTP259
CTCBTWTP259 belongs to Ctbc Bank Co., LTD in Taipei, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CTCBTWTP259 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CTCBTWTP |
| Branch code | 259 |
| Bank | Ctbc Bank Co., LTD |
| Branch | North Lujhou Branch |
| City | Taipei |
| Country | Taiwan |
How 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.
- 259 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 is behind SWIFT code CTCBTWTP259?
The code CTCBTWTP259 belongs to North Lujhou 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 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. Check the amount that arrives in Taiwan with transfer services before you send.
What do I need to send money to an account at Ctbc Bank Co., LTD?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code CTCBTWTP259, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Taiwan is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Can I use CTCBTWTP instead of CTCBTWTP259?
CTCBTWTP points to the head office of Ctbc Bank Co., LTD, while CTCBTWTP259 is North Lujhou Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use CTCBTWTP259 if the recipient asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Ctbc Bank Co., LTD take in Taiwan?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Does Ctbc Bank Co., LTD have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 154 SWIFT/BIC codes for Ctbc Bank Co., LTD in Taiwan. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.