SWIFT/BIC code ICBCTWTP002
ICBCTWTP002 belongs to Mega International Commercial Bank Co., LTD. in Kaohsiung, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ICBCTWTP002 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ICBCTWTP |
| Branch code | 002 |
| Bank | Mega International Commercial Bank Co., LTD. |
| Branch | Kaohsiung Metropolitan Branch |
| City | Kaohsiung |
| Country | Taiwan |
The way the Mega International Commercial Bank Co., LTD. SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ICBC 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.
- 002 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 ICBCTWTP002?
ICBCTWTP002 identifies Kaohsiung Metropolitan Branch, a branch or department of Mega International Commercial Bank Co., LTD. in Kaohsiung, Taiwan. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Mega International Commercial Bank Co., LTD.?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Taiwan with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter ICBCTWTP002 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check ICBCTWTP002 against the details from Mega International Commercial Bank Co., LTD. before you confirm.
Can I use ICBCTWTP instead of ICBCTWTP002?
ICBCTWTP points to the head office of Mega International Commercial Bank Co., LTD., while ICBCTWTP002 is Kaohsiung Metropolitan Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use ICBCTWTP002 if the recipient asks for it.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Mega International Commercial Bank Co., LTD.?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code ICBCTWTP002, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Taiwan is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
How long does a transfer to Mega International Commercial Bank Co., LTD. take in Taiwan?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.