SWIFT/BIC code HNBKTWTP189
HNBKTWTP189 belongs to Hua Nan Commercial Bank, LTD. in Taipei, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HNBKTWTP189 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HNBKTWTP |
| Branch code | 189 |
| Bank | Hua Nan Commercial Bank, LTD. |
| Branch | Tianmu Branch |
| City | Taipei |
| Country | Taiwan |
The way 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.
- 189 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 HNBKTWTP189?
HNBKTWTP189 identifies Tianmu Branch, a unit of Hua Nan Commercial Bank, 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 Hua Nan Commercial Bank, LTD.?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Taiwan with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use HNBKTWTP189 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HNBKTWTP189 against the details from Hua Nan Commercial Bank, LTD. before sending.
What does each part of HNBKTWTP189 mean?
HNBK is the bank code of Hua Nan Commercial Bank, LTD., TW stands for Taiwan, TP is the location code and 189 identifies the branch Tianmu Branch.
Can I use HNBKTWTP instead of HNBKTWTP189?
HNBKTWTP is the main office of Hua Nan Commercial Bank, LTD., while HNBKTWTP189 is Tianmu Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HNBKTWTP189.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Hua Nan Commercial Bank, LTD.?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code HNBKTWTP189, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Taiwan is not part of SEPA, 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.