SWIFT/BIC code MKTBTWTP213
MKTBTWTP213 belongs to Taiwan Shin Kong Commercial Bank Co., LTD. in Hsinchu, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MKTBTWTP213 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MKTBTWTP |
| Branch code | 213 |
| Bank | Taiwan Shin Kong Commercial Bank Co., LTD. |
| Branch | Hsin Chu Branch |
| City | Hsinchu |
| Country | Taiwan |
The way the Taiwan Shin Kong Commercial Bank Co., LTD. SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- MKTB 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.
- 213 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code MKTBTWTP213?
MKTBTWTP213 identifies Hsin Chu Branch, a branch or department of Taiwan Shin Kong Commercial Bank Co., LTD. in Hsinchu, Taiwan. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Taiwan Shin Kong Commercial Bank Co., LTD.?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code MKTBTWTP213, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Taiwan is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What happens if I use MKTBTWTP213 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check MKTBTWTP213 against the details from Taiwan Shin Kong Commercial Bank Co., LTD. before sending.
How long does it take to send money to Taiwan Shin Kong Commercial Bank Co., LTD.?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What is the best way to send money to Taiwan Shin Kong Commercial Bank Co., LTD. in Taiwan?
Many banks 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.
Can I use MKTBTWTP instead of MKTBTWTP213?
MKTBTWTP points to the head office of Taiwan Shin Kong Commercial Bank Co., LTD., while MKTBTWTP213 points to Hsin Chu Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use MKTBTWTP213 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.