SWIFT/BIC code ICBCTWTP228
ICBCTWTP228 belongs to Mega International Commercial Bank Co., LTD. in I-Lan, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ICBCTWTP228 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ICBCTWTP |
| Branch code | 228 |
| Bank | Mega International Commercial Bank Co., LTD. |
| Branch | Lotung Branch |
| City | I-Lan |
| Country | Taiwan |
How 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.
- 228 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 ICBCTWTP228?
ICBCTWTP228 identifies Lotung Branch, part of Mega International Commercial Bank Co., LTD. in I-Lan, Taiwan. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to Mega International Commercial Bank Co., LTD.?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Mega International Commercial Bank Co., LTD.?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code ICBCTWTP228, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Taiwan is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What does each part of ICBCTWTP228 mean?
ICBC is the institution code of Mega International Commercial Bank Co., LTD., TW is the ISO code of Taiwan, TP is the location code and 228 identifies the department Lotung Branch.
What happens if I enter ICBCTWTP228 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check ICBCTWTP228 with the recipient before sending.
Can I use ICBCTWTP instead of ICBCTWTP228?
ICBCTWTP is the main office of Mega International Commercial Bank Co., LTD., while ICBCTWTP228 is Lotung Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention ICBCTWTP228.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.