SWIFT/BIC code OURBTWTP008
OURBTWTP008 belongs to Ta Chong Bank LTD. in Taipei, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | OURBTWTP008 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | OURBTWTP |
| Branch code | 008 |
| Bank | Ta Chong Bank LTD. |
| Branch | — |
| City | Taipei |
| Country | Taiwan |
The way the Ta Chong Bank LTD. SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- OURB 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.
- 008 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
What bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code OURBTWTP008?
The code OURBTWTP008 belongs to Ta Chong Bank LTD., a unit of Ta Chong Bank LTD. in Taipei, Taiwan. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Has Ta Chong Bank LTD. got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 5 SWIFT/BIC codes for Ta Chong Bank LTD. in Taiwan, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Ta Chong Bank LTD..
How long does it take to send money to Ta Chong Bank LTD. in Taiwan?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Ta Chong Bank LTD.?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code OURBTWTP008, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Taiwan is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Can I use OURBTWTP instead of OURBTWTP008?
OURBTWTP points to the main office of Ta Chong Bank LTD., while OURBTWTP008 is Ta Chong Bank LTD.. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention OURBTWTP008.
What is the best way to send money to Ta Chong Bank LTD. in Taiwan?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Taiwan with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.