SWIFT/BIC code TCBBTWTH134
TCBBTWTH134 belongs to Taichung Commercial Bank in Hsinchu, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | TCBBTWTH134 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | TCBBTWTH |
| Branch code | 134 |
| Bank | Taichung Commercial Bank |
| Branch | Hsinchu Branch |
| City | Hsinchu |
| 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.
- 134 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 TCBBTWTH134?
TCBBTWTH134 identifies Hsinchu Branch, a branch or department of Taichung Commercial Bank in Hsinchu, Taiwan. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use TCBBTWTH instead of TCBBTWTH134?
TCBBTWTH is the main office of Taichung Commercial Bank, while TCBBTWTH134 points to Hsinchu Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use TCBBTWTH134 if the recipient asks for it.
Does Taichung Commercial Bank have other 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. All of them are listed on the page of Taichung Commercial Bank.
What is the best way to send money to Taichung Commercial Bank in Taiwan?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Taiwan with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use TCBBTWTH134 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check TCBBTWTH134 with the recipient before sending.
How long does a transfer to Taichung Commercial Bank take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.