SWIFT/BIC code OURBTWTPXXX
OURBTWTPXXX belongs to Ta Chong Bank LTD. in Taipei, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | OURBTWTPXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | OURBTWTP |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Ta Chong Bank LTD. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Taipei |
| Country | Taiwan |
How 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.
- XXX 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 BIC OURBTWTPXXX?
OURBTWTPXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Ta Chong Bank LTD. in Taipei, Taiwan. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Ta Chong Bank LTD..
Are OURBTWTP and OURBTWTPXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. OURBTWTP is the short version of OURBTWTPXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both will reach Ta Chong Bank LTD. in Taipei.
How long does a transfer to Ta Chong Bank LTD. take in Taiwan?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Ta Chong Bank LTD.?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code OURBTWTPXXX, 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.
What does each part of OURBTWTPXXX mean?
OURB is the bank code of Ta Chong Bank LTD., TW stands for Taiwan, TP is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
What is the best way to send money to Ta Chong Bank LTD. in Taiwan?
Many banks 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.