SWIFT/BIC code TCBBTWTH042
TCBBTWTH042 belongs to Taichung Commercial Bank in Taichung, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | TCBBTWTH042 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | TCBBTWTH |
| Branch code | 042 |
| Bank | Taichung Commercial Bank |
| Branch | Tachia Branch |
| City | Taichung |
| Country | Taiwan |
The way the Taichung Commercial Bank SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- TCBB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- TW Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- TH Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 042 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 BIC TCBBTWTH042?
TCBBTWTH042 identifies Tachia Branch, part of Taichung Commercial Bank in Taichung, Taiwan. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Has Taichung Commercial Bank got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 25 SWIFT/BIC codes for Taichung Commercial Bank in Taiwan, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
How long does it take to send money to Taichung Commercial Bank?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Taichung Commercial Bank in Taiwan?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Taiwan with transfer services before you send.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Taichung Commercial Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code TCBBTWTH042, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Taiwan is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Can I use TCBBTWTH instead of TCBBTWTH042?
TCBBTWTH points to the main office of Taichung Commercial Bank, while TCBBTWTH042 points to Tachia Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention TCBBTWTH042.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.