SWIFT/BIC code SINOTWTP005
SINOTWTP005 belongs to Bank Sinopac in Taipei, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SINOTWTP005 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SINOTWTP |
| Branch code | 005 |
| Bank | Bank Sinopac |
| Branch | Chung Hsiao Branch |
| City | Taipei |
| Country | Taiwan |
How the Bank Sinopac SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 005 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 branch is behind SWIFT code SINOTWTP005?
The code SINOTWTP005 belongs to Chung Hsiao Branch, a unit of Bank Sinopac in Taipei, Taiwan. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use SINOTWTP instead of SINOTWTP005?
SINOTWTP points to the main office of Bank Sinopac, while SINOTWTP005 is Chung Hsiao Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use SINOTWTP005 if the recipient asks for it.
Does Bank Sinopac have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 15 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank Sinopac in Taiwan. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I use SINOTWTP005 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check SINOTWTP005 with the recipient before sending.
How long does a transfer to Bank Sinopac take in Taiwan?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What do I need to send money to an account at Bank Sinopac?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SINOTWTP005, 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.