SWIFT/BIC code MHCBTWTPKAO
MHCBTWTPKAO belongs to Mizuho Bank, LTD., Kaohsiung Branch in Kaohsiung, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MHCBTWTPKAO |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MHCBTWTP |
| Branch code | KAO |
| Bank | Mizuho Bank, LTD., Kaohsiung Branch |
| Branch | Kaohsiung Branch |
| City | Kaohsiung |
| Country | Taiwan |
How the Mizuho Bank, LTD., Kaohsiung Branch SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- MHCB 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.
- KAO 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 uses BIC MHCBTWTPKAO?
MHCBTWTPKAO is the SWIFT/BIC code of Kaohsiung Branch, a unit of Mizuho Bank, LTD., Kaohsiung Branch in Kaohsiung, Taiwan. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Does Mizuho Bank, LTD., Kaohsiung Branch use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – MHCBTWTPKAO is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Mizuho Bank, LTD., Kaohsiung Branch in Taiwan, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Can I use MHCBTWTP instead of MHCBTWTPKAO?
MHCBTWTP is the main office of Mizuho Bank, LTD., Kaohsiung Branch, while MHCBTWTPKAO points to Kaohsiung Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use MHCBTWTPKAO if the recipient asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Mizuho Bank, LTD., Kaohsiung Branch take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Mizuho Bank, LTD., Kaohsiung Branch?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code MHCBTWTPKAO, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Taiwan uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What is the best way to send money to Mizuho Bank, LTD., Kaohsiung Branch in Taiwan?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Taiwan with transfer services 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.