SWIFT/BIC code SINOTWTP003
SINOTWTP003 belongs to Bank Sinopac in Taichung, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SINOTWTP003 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SINOTWTP |
| Branch code | 003 |
| Bank | Bank Sinopac |
| Branch | Taichung Branch |
| City | Taichung |
| Country | Taiwan |
How the Bank Sinopac SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 003 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 BIC SINOTWTP003?
SINOTWTP003 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Taichung Branch, a unit of Bank Sinopac in Taichung, Taiwan. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter SINOTWTP003 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check SINOTWTP003 against the details from Bank Sinopac before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to Bank Sinopac in Taiwan?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Taiwan with specialist providers before you send.
Can I use SINOTWTP instead of SINOTWTP003?
SINOTWTP points to the head office of Bank Sinopac, while SINOTWTP003 is Taichung Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use SINOTWTP003 if the recipient asks for it.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Bank Sinopac?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SINOTWTP003, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Taiwan is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Has Bank Sinopac got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 15 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank Sinopac in Taiwan. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.