SWIFT/BIC code SINOTWTP011

SINOTWTP011 belongs to Bank Sinopac in Tao-Yuan, Taiwan.

SINOTWTP011

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeSINOTWTP011
8-character codeSINOTWTP
Branch code011
BankBank Sinopac
BranchTao-Yuan Branch
CityTao-Yuan
CountryTaiwan

The way 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.
011 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 BIC SINOTWTP011?

SINOTWTP011 identifies Tao-Yuan Branch, part of Bank Sinopac in Tao-Yuan, Taiwan. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Which details do I need to send money to an account at Bank Sinopac?

You need the SWIFT/BIC code SINOTWTP011, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Taiwan is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.

How long does a transfer to Bank Sinopac take?

A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.

Can I use SINOTWTP instead of SINOTWTP011?

SINOTWTP is the main office of Bank Sinopac, while SINOTWTP011 is Tao-Yuan Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SINOTWTP011.

Does Bank Sinopac have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 15 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank Sinopac in Taiwan, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank Sinopac in Taiwan?

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.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.