SWIFT/BIC code OURBTWTP917
OURBTWTP917 belongs to Ta Chong Bank LTD. in Taipei, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | OURBTWTP917 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | OURBTWTP |
| Branch code | 917 |
| Bank | Ta Chong Bank LTD. |
| Branch | Treasury Department |
| City | Taipei |
| Country | Taiwan |
The way the Ta Chong Bank LTD. SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 917 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 code OURBTWTP917?
OURBTWTP917 identifies Treasury Department, a branch or department of Ta Chong Bank LTD. in Taipei, Taiwan. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Ta Chong Bank LTD.?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code OURBTWTP917, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Taiwan uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
How long does it take to send money to Ta Chong Bank LTD. in Taiwan?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What is the best way to send money to Ta Chong Bank LTD.?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Taiwan with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in OURBTWTP917 stand for?
OURB is the institution code of Ta Chong Bank LTD., TW stands for Taiwan, TP is the code for the city or region and 917 identifies the department Treasury Department.
What happens if I enter OURBTWTP917 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check OURBTWTP917 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.