SWIFT/BIC code MBBTTWTP101
MBBTTWTP101 belongs to Taiwan Business Bank in Taipei, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MBBTTWTP101 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MBBTTWTP |
| Branch code | 101 |
| Bank | Taiwan Business Bank |
| Branch | East-Taipei Branch |
| City | Taipei |
| Country | Taiwan |
How the Taiwan Business Bank SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- MBBT 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.
- 101 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 SWIFT code MBBTTWTP101?
The code MBBTTWTP101 belongs to East-Taipei Branch, a unit of Taiwan Business Bank in Taipei, Taiwan. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Taiwan Business Bank?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Taiwan with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in MBBTTWTP101 stand for?
MBBT is the bank code of Taiwan Business Bank, TW is the ISO code of Taiwan, TP is the code for the city or region and 101 identifies the branch East-Taipei Branch.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Taiwan Business Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code MBBTTWTP101, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Taiwan uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Can I use MBBTTWTP instead of MBBTTWTP101?
MBBTTWTP is the main office of Taiwan Business Bank, while MBBTTWTP101 is East-Taipei Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MBBTTWTP101.
How long does a transfer to Taiwan Business Bank take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.