SWIFT/BIC code CTCBTWTP738
CTCBTWTP738 belongs to Ctbc Bank Co., LTD in Taipei, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CTCBTWTP738 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CTCBTWTP |
| Branch code | 738 |
| Bank | Ctbc Bank Co., LTD |
| Branch | Minsheng 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.
- 738 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/BIC code CTCBTWTP738?
CTCBTWTP738 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Minsheng Branch, a unit of Ctbc Bank Co., LTD in Taipei, Taiwan. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of CTCBTWTP738 mean?
CTCB is the institution code of Ctbc Bank Co., LTD, TW stands for Taiwan, TP is the location code and 738 is the code of the department Minsheng Branch.
What do I need to send money to an account at Ctbc Bank Co., LTD?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code CTCBTWTP738, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Taiwan is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
How long does it take to send money to Ctbc Bank Co., LTD?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
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. Compare what you receive in Taiwan with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use CTCBTWTP instead of CTCBTWTP738?
CTCBTWTP is the head office of Ctbc Bank Co., LTD, while CTCBTWTP738 is Minsheng Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CTCBTWTP738.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.