First Commercial Bank was originally established on November 12, 1899 as Savings Bank of Taiwan. In 1912 it merged with Commercial and Industrial Bank of Taiwan, retaining the name of the latter, and in 1923 it again merged with Chia-I Bank and Hsin-Kao Bank. In 1947 its name was changed to Taiwan Industrial and Commercial Bank, and in 1949 it was renamed as First Commercial Bank of Taiwan. Finally, in 1976, it was given its current name, First Commercial Bank, in order to strengthen the operating strategy of business internationalization. On January 22, 1998 the Bank was transformed from a government entity into a private bank. After the establishment of First Financial Holding Co. on January 2, 2003, the Bank became a subsidiary of First Financial Group. The Bank has now been in business for more than a century.

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Audio Guide

Corporate Identity Logo Collection

Bank Song

First Bank anniversary souvenir

Prelude – The Early Stage of Private Banking Industries in Taiwan

Savings Bank of Taiwan – the First Local Private Bank in Taiwan

1902 Tainan Branch of Savings Bank of Taiwan

Financial Backing for the Industrial Development in Central and Southern Taiwan

1910 Head Office of Commercial and Industrial Bank of Taiwan

Application for the Founding of Commercial and Industrial Bank of Taiwan

The First Bank Merger in Taiwan's Financial History

Head Office of Commercial and Industrial Bank of Taiwan (1912-1945)

Chiayi Bank – the First Bank Founded Exclusively by Taiwanese

1905 Head Office of Chiayi Bank

Hsin-Kao Bank - From Tea Merchant to Banker

Head Office of Hsin-Kao Bank

Newspaper Report of the Founding of Hsin-Kao Bank

Commercial and Industrial Bank of Taiwan Became the Largest Local Private Bank in Taiwan

Business Report for the Last Term of Commercial and Industrial Bank of Taiwan during Wartime

Wartime Savings Bonds

The Mainstay of Maintaining Taiwan’s Economy

Inflation Phenomenon Where Allowances Surpassed Base Salaries

Setting up Preferential Interest Rate Deposit Service to Counter Inflation

Happy Farmers

Mobile Banking Vehicles of Taiwan Industrial and Commercial Bank

First Commercial Bank of Taiwan – the Leading Commercial Bank in Taiwan

First Bank: A Partner in Taiwan's Economic Rise

Moving Towards the Primary Goal of an International Bank

First Bank in Taiwan to Establish a Service Center for SMEs

The Tallest Building in Taiwan - The Construction of the First Bank Head Office

One-Day Banker

International Strategic Planning with New Atmosphere of FCB

The Privatization of FCB Under the Wave of Globalization

The Global Network of FCB

100% Investment Subsidiary Bank - First Commercial Bank (USA)

Connecting the Asia-Pacific Market: Cross-Border Collaboration and Shared Growth

Cambodia as a Highlight in Operations: Phnom Penh Branch

First FHC Enhancing International Competitiveness through Cross-Industry Alliances

Cross-Border Business Collaboration: Shared Resources for Mutual Benefit

The Time Travel of a One-Dollar Bank Note

Green Future, Digital Imagination

Digital Finance: Leading the Industry

The No. 1 Brand Moving towards a Sustainable Future

Corporate Governance

Responsible Finance

Sustainable Financial Products and Services

Employee Care

Environmental Sustainability

Social Engagement

Audio guide

Walking Through History

The No.1 Brand in Green Finance

Carbon Footprint

Green Consumption at Firstbank

Green Operations

Green Building

Green Office

Green Financing Tools

Green Loaning of Firstbank

Green Future

Banking and Carbon Reduction Related to Green Roofs

Features of Wanhua Green Roof

Deconstructing Green Roof Structure and Environmental Creation

Symbiotic Environment of Aquaponics

Discovering the Mysteries of Rainwater Harvesting

Underground Guardians of Buildings

Biodiversity of Flora and Fauna

Seasonal Planting

Common Urban Animals

Changes in Payment Methods

Introduction to Cultural and Historical Attractions Around First Commercial Bank's Wanhua Branch

History of Monga

First Bank Logos

Foundation and Integration

Stability and Expansio

Global Progress by Leaps and Bounds

Into the Future of Sustainable Finance

Main Exhibit

Zero-Carbon Green Rooftop

Stairwell

【First Bank Center of Sustainable Finance】
First Commercial Bank is the earliest local private bank established in Taiwan. Its history can be traced back to the founding of Savings Bank of Taiwan in 1899, and followed by the opening of Chia-I Bank in 1905, Commercial and Industrial Bank of Taiwan in 1910, and Hsin-Kao Bank in 1916. After two mergers and acquisitions in 1912 and 1923, these three banks consolidated with Commercial and Industrial Bank of Taiwan to form a larger entity, which is considered as the first banking merger in the history of Taiwan finance. Moreover, in order to strengthen the internationalization of business, the Bank was renamed in 1976 as First Commercial Bank. “Customer First, Service Foremost” has always been the operation philosophy that First Commercial Bank adheres to. Along with the growing economy in Taiwan, First Commercial Bank went through more than hundred years of challenges and gradual expansion, transforming into an active regional bank in Asia. Furthermore, the Bank stood firm and steadfast while braving the waves of financial liberalization in the world. Based on the solid foundation of a true professional financial brand, First Commercial Bank has proudly joined the ranks of international banks. Standing astride three centuries, First Commercial Bank has experienced the great times of 120-year financial history in Taiwan. With fervent Taiwanese spirit and global vision in mind, First Commercial Bank has sustained its long-term growth through transformation and innovation, and will continue its commitment to guard, nurture, and strengthen the economy of Taiwan.

【Green Finance Education Center】
Our pavilion, certified as an environmental education facility by the Ministry of the Environment in December 2019, is Taiwan's pioneering green finance-themed establishment. In conjunction with our Wanhua Branch, recognized as a Diamond Green Building, our exhibition space adheres to sustainability standards, employing eco-friendly, recyclable materials such as recycled aggregated foam padding. As a leader in ESG within the financial sector, Firstbank is committed to sustainability through education and action, fully embracing its brand philosophy of being "The No.1 Brand in Green Finance" to advance a sustainable financial ecosystem.

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According to the amendments to the 1947 “Banking Act of the Republic of China”, the types of banks include: commercial banks, industrial banks, savings banks, trust companies and money shops. According to Article 14, the type of bank must be specified in the name. In November, 1948, the shareholders of Taiwan Industrial and Commercial Bank convened for a temporary general meeting where it was decided, in accordance with the instructions of the Ministry of Finance, to officially rename the bank “First Commercial Bank of Taiwan" or "First Bank" for short on March 1, 1949.