SWIFT/BIC code ICBCTWTP004
ICBCTWTP004 belongs to Mega International Commercial Bank Co., LTD. in Taichung, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ICBCTWTP004 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ICBCTWTP |
| Branch code | 004 |
| Bank | Mega International Commercial Bank Co., LTD. |
| Branch | Taichung Branch |
| City | Taichung |
| Country | Taiwan |
The way the Mega International Commercial Bank Co., LTD. SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 004 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 uses BIC ICBCTWTP004?
ICBCTWTP004 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Taichung Branch, a unit of Mega International Commercial Bank Co., LTD. in Taichung, Taiwan. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter ICBCTWTP004 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check ICBCTWTP004 with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to Mega International Commercial Bank Co., LTD. take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Mega International Commercial Bank Co., LTD.?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code ICBCTWTP004, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Taiwan is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Can I use ICBCTWTP instead of ICBCTWTP004?
ICBCTWTP is the head office of Mega International Commercial Bank Co., LTD., while ICBCTWTP004 is Taichung Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use ICBCTWTP004 if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Mega International Commercial Bank Co., LTD. in Taiwan?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Taiwan with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.