SWIFT/BIC code MBTCTWTPXXX
MBTCTWTPXXX belongs to Metropolitan Bank and Trust Company in Taipei, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MBTCTWTPXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MBTCTWTP |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Metropolitan Bank and Trust Company |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Taipei |
| Country | Taiwan |
How the Metropolitan Bank and Trust Company SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- MBTC 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.
- XXX 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 MBTCTWTPXXX?
MBTCTWTPXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Metropolitan Bank and Trust Company in Taipei, Taiwan. Use it when you send money to an account at Metropolitan Bank and Trust Company.
What happens if I use MBTCTWTPXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check MBTCTWTPXXX against the details from Metropolitan Bank and Trust Company before sending.
How long does it take to send money to Metropolitan Bank and Trust Company?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What do I need to send money to an account at Metropolitan Bank and Trust Company?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code MBTCTWTPXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Taiwan uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What does each part of MBTCTWTPXXX mean?
MBTC is the bank code of Metropolitan Bank and Trust Company, TW stands for Taiwan, TP is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Metropolitan Bank and Trust Company in Taiwan?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Taiwan with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.