SWIFT/BIC code LBOTTWTP017
LBOTTWTP017 belongs to Land Bank of Taiwan in Hsinchu, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LBOTTWTP017 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LBOTTWTP |
| Branch code | 017 |
| Bank | Land Bank of Taiwan |
| Branch | Chutung Branch |
| City | Hsinchu |
| Country | Taiwan |
How the Land Bank of Taiwan SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- LBOT 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.
- 017 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 is behind BIC LBOTTWTP017?
LBOTTWTP017 identifies Chutung Branch, part of Land Bank of Taiwan in Hsinchu, Taiwan. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do I need to send money to an account at Land Bank of Taiwan?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code LBOTTWTP017, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Taiwan uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What happens if I enter LBOTTWTP017 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check LBOTTWTP017 with the recipient before sending.
How long does a transfer to Land Bank of Taiwan take in Taiwan?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What do the letters in LBOTTWTP017 stand for?
LBOT is the institution code of Land Bank of Taiwan, TW is the ISO code of Taiwan, TP is the location code and 017 identifies the branch Chutung Branch.
Can I use LBOTTWTP instead of LBOTTWTP017?
LBOTTWTP is the main office of Land Bank of Taiwan, while LBOTTWTP017 points to Chutung Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use LBOTTWTP017 if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.