SWIFT/BIC code SINOTWTP001
SINOTWTP001 belongs to Bank Sinopac in Taipei, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SINOTWTP001 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SINOTWTP |
| Branch code | 001 |
| Bank | Bank Sinopac |
| Branch | Banking Division |
| City | Taipei |
| Country | Taiwan |
How the Bank Sinopac SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SINO 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.
- 001 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 uses SWIFT code SINOTWTP001?
The code SINOTWTP001 belongs to Banking Division, part of Bank Sinopac in Taipei, Taiwan. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter SINOTWTP001 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check SINOTWTP001 with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to Bank Sinopac in Taiwan?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Taiwan with specialist providers before you send.
What do the letters in SINOTWTP001 stand for?
SINO is the bank code of Bank Sinopac, TW is the ISO code of Taiwan, TP is the code for the city or region and 001 identifies the branch Banking Division.
How long does it take to send money to Bank Sinopac?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Can I use SINOTWTP instead of SINOTWTP001?
SINOTWTP points to the main office of Bank Sinopac, while SINOTWTP001 points to Banking Division. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SINOTWTP001.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.