SWIFT/BIC code HNBKTWTP178
HNBKTWTP178 belongs to Hua Nan Commercial Bank, LTD. in Taipei, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HNBKTWTP178 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HNBKTWTP |
| Branch code | 178 |
| Bank | Hua Nan Commercial Bank, LTD. |
| Branch | Beitou Branch |
| City | Taipei |
| Country | Taiwan |
How the Hua Nan Commercial Bank, LTD. SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- HNBK 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.
- 178 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 is behind BIC HNBKTWTP178?
HNBKTWTP178 identifies Beitou Branch, a unit of Hua Nan Commercial Bank, LTD. in Taipei, Taiwan. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of HNBKTWTP178 stand for?
HNBK is the institution code of Hua Nan Commercial Bank, LTD., TW stands for Taiwan, TP is the location code and 178 identifies the department Beitou Branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Hua Nan Commercial Bank, LTD.?
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.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Hua Nan Commercial Bank, LTD.?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code HNBKTWTP178, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Taiwan uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
How long does a transfer to Hua Nan Commercial Bank, LTD. take in Taiwan?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What happens if I use HNBKTWTP178 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HNBKTWTP178 against the details from Hua Nan Commercial Bank, LTD. before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.