SWIFT/BIC code ICBCTWTP205
ICBCTWTP205 belongs to Mega International Commercial Bank Co., LTD. in Kaohsiung, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ICBCTWTP205 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ICBCTWTP |
| Branch code | 205 |
| Bank | Mega International Commercial Bank Co., LTD. |
| Branch | Kaohsiung Branch |
| City | Kaohsiung |
| Country | Taiwan |
How 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.
- 205 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 ICBCTWTP205?
ICBCTWTP205 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Kaohsiung Branch, a branch or department of Mega International Commercial Bank Co., LTD. in Kaohsiung, 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 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 – the difference can be large.
What does each part of ICBCTWTP205 mean?
ICBC is the bank code of Mega International Commercial Bank Co., LTD., TW stands for Taiwan, TP is the code for the city or region and 205 identifies the branch Kaohsiung Branch.
How long does a transfer to Mega International Commercial Bank Co., LTD. take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What happens if I use ICBCTWTP205 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check ICBCTWTP205 with the recipient before sending.
What do I need to send money to an account at Mega International Commercial Bank Co., LTD.?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code ICBCTWTP205, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Taiwan uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.