SWIFT/BIC code TACBTWTP521
TACBTWTP521 belongs to Taiwan Cooperative Bank LTD in Tainan, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | TACBTWTP521 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | TACBTWTP |
| Branch code | 521 |
| Bank | Taiwan Cooperative Bank LTD |
| Branch | Chihkan Branch |
| City | Tainan |
| Country | Taiwan |
How the Taiwan Cooperative Bank LTD SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- TACB 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.
- 521 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 SWIFT code TACBTWTP521?
TACBTWTP521 identifies Chihkan Branch, part of Taiwan Cooperative Bank LTD in Tainan, Taiwan. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Taiwan Cooperative Bank LTD?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code TACBTWTP521, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Taiwan is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What happens if I use TACBTWTP521 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check TACBTWTP521 against the details from Taiwan Cooperative Bank LTD before you confirm.
What do the letters in TACBTWTP521 stand for?
TACB is the institution code of Taiwan Cooperative Bank LTD, TW is the ISO code of Taiwan, TP is the code for the city or region and 521 identifies the department Chihkan Branch.
How long does it take to send money to Taiwan Cooperative Bank LTD in Taiwan?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What is the best way to send money to Taiwan Cooperative Bank LTD in Taiwan?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives 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.