SWIFT/BIC code CTCBTWTP263
CTCBTWTP263 belongs to Ctbc Bank Co., LTD in Kaohsiung, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CTCBTWTP263 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CTCBTWTP |
| Branch code | 263 |
| Bank | Ctbc Bank Co., LTD |
| Branch | Cingnian Branch |
| City | Kaohsiung |
| Country | Taiwan |
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.
- 263 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 CTCBTWTP263?
The code CTCBTWTP263 belongs to Cingnian Branch, part of Ctbc Bank Co., LTD in Kaohsiung, Taiwan. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What do I need to send money to an account at Ctbc Bank Co., LTD?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code CTCBTWTP263, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Taiwan is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
How long does a transfer to Ctbc Bank Co., LTD take in Taiwan?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What do the letters in CTCBTWTP263 stand for?
CTCB is the institution code of Ctbc Bank Co., LTD, TW is the ISO code of Taiwan, TP is the location code and 263 is the code of the department Cingnian Branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Ctbc Bank Co., LTD in Taiwan?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Taiwan with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter CTCBTWTP263 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check CTCBTWTP263 against the details from Ctbc Bank Co., LTD before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.