
Mega International Commercial Bank has a significant global presence, with operations in over 20 countries.
The bank has a strong presence in Asia, with a large network of branches and subsidiaries in countries such as China, Japan, and South Korea.
Mega International Commercial Bank offers a wide range of financial services, including corporate banking, investment banking, and consumer banking.
Its global operations are supported by a team of experienced professionals who have a deep understanding of local markets and cultures.
Bank History
Mega International Commercial Bank has a rich history that dates back to the merger of two historic banks.
The bank was formed from the merger of the International Commercial Bank of China and Chiao Tung Bank.
This merger marked a significant milestone in the bank's history, bringing together two banks with a long and storied past.
The International Commercial Bank of China was a prominent bank in its own right, with a legacy that dates back to its founding.
Chiao Tung Bank, on the other hand, was known for its innovative approach to banking and its commitment to serving the needs of its customers.
The merger of these two banks created a new entity that was stronger and more resilient than either of its predecessors.
International Presence

Mega International Commercial Bank has a significant presence in the international market, with branches and representative offices in various countries.
The bank has established a strong foothold in North America, with branches in New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, and Silicon Valley.
In Canada, the bank has a principal office in Toronto and an office in Vancouver.
The bank's presence in Asia is equally impressive, with branches in Tokyo, Osaka, Ho Chi Minh City, and Haiphong, as well as a representative office in Haiphong.
In China, the bank has branches in Suzhou and Ningbo.
In India, the bank has a representative office in Mumbai.
The bank also has a presence in Southeast Asia, with a branch in Thailand through Mega International Commercial Bank Public Co., Ltd.
In Australia, the bank has branches in Sydney, Brisbane, and Melbourne.
Lastly, the bank has a branch in Amsterdam.
Here is a list of the bank's international presence:
- New York Branch
- Los Angeles Branch
- Chicago Branch
- Silicon Valley Branch
- Canada Branch-Toronto Principal office
- Canada Branch-Vancouver Office
- Tokyo Branch
- Osaka Branch
- Ho Chi Minh City Branch
- Haiphong Representative Office
- Suzhou Branch
- Ningbo Branch
- Mumbai Representative Office
- Mega International Commercial Bank Public Co., Ltd.(Thailand)
- Sydney Branch
- Brisbane Branch
- Melbourne Branch
- Amsterdam Branch
Bank Technology
Mega International Commercial Bank is rolling out Avaloq’s core banking platform to support its onshore private banking business for high-net-worth individuals.

The bank will deploy the Avaloq Core Platform to digitalize its private banking business and automate processes to increase efficiency. This will enable Mega Bank to quickly scale the business and ensure data integrity across its internal platforms and operations.
The Avaloq Core Platform will also enable Mega Bank to offer comprehensive investment products, giving it a strong position to quickly respond to the market opportunity.
Swift Code Details
A SWIFT/BIC code is an 8-11 character code that identifies your country, city, bank, and branch.
The code is made up of different parts, each representing a specific piece of information. The bank code is usually a shortened version of the bank's name, represented by 4 letters.
The country code is 2 letters that represent the country the bank is in. This is an important part of the code, as it helps identify the bank's location.
The location code is 2 characters that indicate where the bank's head office is. It can be made up of letters or numbers.

The branch code is 3 digits that specify a particular branch of the bank. 'XXX' represents the bank's head office.
Here's a breakdown of the different parts of a SWIFT/BIC code:
Avaloq's Core Banking Platform Launch
Mega International Commercial Bank is launching its onshore private banking business for high-net-worth individuals using Avaloq's core banking platform.
The bank's established branch network and early entry into the market put it in a strong position to quickly respond to this market opportunity.
Mega Bank will deploy the Avaloq Core Platform to support comprehensive investment products and digitalize its private banking business.
The platform will enable Mega Bank to automate processes, increase efficiency, and quickly scale the business.
Avaloq's core banking platform will help Mega Bank establish its private banking platform and expand its onshore business for HNWIs with a short time to market.
Pascal Wengi, Managing Director for North Asia at Avaloq, said Taiwan is a very promising market for financial institutions catering to HNWIs.

NEC Taiwan, a subsidiary of Avaloq's parent company NEC Corporation, will manage the new project and implement the Avaloq Core Platform.
The Avaloq Core Platform has a unified data model, enabling Mega Bank to ensure data integrity across its internal platforms and operations.
Chao-Jung Josephine Chen, Senior Executive Vice President at Mega International Commercial Bank, is glad to have Avaloq as a technology partner that fully understands the private banking business and the Taiwan market.
DFS Fined $180M for AML Violations
DFS, a financial institution, was fined $180 million for Anti-Money Laundering (AML) violations.
DFS's AML program was deemed inadequate, allowing suspicious transactions to go undetected.
DFS failed to maintain effective AML controls, leading to a significant risk of money laundering.
DFS agreed to the fine and took steps to improve its AML program.
DFS's fine was the result of a thorough investigation by regulators.
DFS's AML program was found to be lacking in several areas, including customer due diligence and transaction monitoring.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the rating of Mega Bank?
Mega Bank holds an A+ health rating, indicating a strong financial stability and reliability. This rating suggests a low risk of bank failure.
What is the bank code for Mega International Commercial Bank?
The bank code for Mega International Commercial Bank is ICBCTWTP013. This SWIFT code is used for international transactions with the bank in Taiwan.
Sources
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mega_International_Commercial_Bank
- https://wise.com/us/swift-codes/ICBCTWTP004
- https://www.avaloq.com/resources/press-releases/mega-international-commercial-bank-to-roll-out-avaloqs-core-banking-platform
- https://www.economywatch.com/mega-international-commercial-bank
- https://www.dfs.ny.gov/reports_and_publications/press_releases/pr1608191
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