MBBTTWTP009 — TAIWAN BUSINESS BANK
MBBTTWTP009 is the SWIFT/BIC code for TAIWAN BUSINESS BANK in KINMEN, Taiwan — an 11-character branch code under ISO 9362.
MBBTTWTP009 is the SWIFT/BIC code for TAIWAN BUSINESS BANK in KINMEN, Taiwan. It is an 11-character branch identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
Head-office code: MBBTTWTP
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | TAIWAN BUSINESS BANK |
| Country | Taiwan (TW) |
| Location Code | TP |
| Branch | KINMEN |
| Type | 11-character branch code (BIC11) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code MBBTTWTP009 belong to?
The SWIFT code MBBTTWTP009 identifies TAIWAN BUSINESS BANK in KINMEN, Taiwan. This branch code is used for cross-border payments and SWIFT network routing.
What do the parts of the SWIFT code MBBTTWTP009 mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of MBBTTWTP009 are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (MBBT) represent the bank code for TAIWAN BUSINESS BANK; characters 5-6 (TW) indicate the country code for Taiwan; characters 7-8 (TP) specify the location code; and the final characters (009) designate the specific branch.
Is the BIC code MBBTTWTP009 active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) MBBTTWTP009 is registered under ISO 9362 and is active for routing interbank messages. Location characters 'TP' designate it as a primary active participant.
Can I use the head office code MBBTTWTP instead of MBBTTWTP009?
Yes. The 8-character code MBBTTWTP represents the primary headquarters of TAIWAN BUSINESS BANK. The 11-character code MBBTTWTP009 targets the specific branch directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to MBBTTWTP (or MBBTTWTPXXX) will route them to the main head office.
Sources & References
- 🌐 ISO 9362: The official standard defining the Business Identifier Code (BIC) format guidelines.
- 🏢 SWIFT Registration Authority: The organization designated by ISO to register and publish BICs (swift.com).