SWIFT/BIC code FCBKTWTP401
FCBKTWTP401 belongs to First Commercial Bank in Taichung, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | FCBKTWTP401 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | FCBKTWTP |
| Branch code | 401 |
| Bank | First Commercial Bank |
| Branch | — |
| City | Taichung |
| Country | Taiwan |
The way the First Commercial Bank SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- FCBK 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.
- 401 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 FCBKTWTP401?
FCBKTWTP401 is the SWIFT/BIC code of First Commercial Bank, part of First Commercial Bank in Taichung, Taiwan. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in FCBKTWTP401 stand for?
FCBK is the institution code of First Commercial Bank, TW stands for Taiwan, TP is the location code and 401 identifies the department First Commercial Bank.
What is the best way to send money to First Commercial Bank in Taiwan?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Taiwan with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use FCBKTWTP instead of FCBKTWTP401?
FCBKTWTP points to the head office of First Commercial Bank, while FCBKTWTP401 is First Commercial Bank. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention FCBKTWTP401.
How long does it take to send money to First Commercial Bank?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at First Commercial Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code FCBKTWTP401, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Taiwan uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.