SWIFT/BIC code MKTBTWTP499
MKTBTWTP499 belongs to Taiwan Shin Kong Commercial Bank Co., LTD. in Taipei, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MKTBTWTP499 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MKTBTWTP |
| Branch code | 499 |
| Bank | Taiwan Shin Kong Commercial Bank Co., LTD. |
| Branch | Business Department |
| City | Taipei |
| Country | Taiwan |
The way the Taiwan Shin Kong Commercial Bank Co., LTD. SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 499 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 SWIFT/BIC code MKTBTWTP499?
MKTBTWTP499 identifies Business Department, part of Taiwan Shin Kong Commercial Bank Co., LTD. 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 Shin Kong Commercial Bank Co., LTD. in Taiwan?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Taiwan with specialist providers before you send.
Can I use MKTBTWTP instead of MKTBTWTP499?
MKTBTWTP points to the head office of Taiwan Shin Kong Commercial Bank Co., LTD., while MKTBTWTP499 is Business Department. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use MKTBTWTP499 if the recipient asks for it.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Taiwan Shin Kong Commercial Bank Co., LTD.?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code MKTBTWTP499, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Taiwan is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
How long does it take to send money to Taiwan Shin Kong Commercial Bank Co., LTD. in Taiwan?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What happens if I use MKTBTWTP499 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check MKTBTWTP499 with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.