SWIFT/BIC code CTSCTWT1XXX
CTSCTWT1XXX belongs to Cathay Securities Corporation in Taipei, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CTSCTWT1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CTSCTWT1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Cathay Securities Corporation |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Taipei |
| Country | Taiwan |
How the Cathay Securities Corporation SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CTSC Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- TW Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- T1 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX 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
What bank is behind SWIFT code CTSCTWT1XXX?
The code CTSCTWT1XXX belongs to the main office of Cathay Securities Corporation in Taipei, Taiwan. It is the code to use when a payment to Cathay Securities Corporation does not need a specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to Cathay Securities Corporation in Taiwan?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What do the letters in CTSCTWT1XXX stand for?
CTSC is the bank code of Cathay Securities Corporation, TW stands for Taiwan, T1 is the location code and XXX means the head office.
What happens if I use CTSCTWT1XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check CTSCTWT1XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
What do I need to send money to an account at Cathay Securities Corporation?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code CTSCTWT1XXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Taiwan uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Are CTSCTWT1 and CTSCTWT1XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. CTSCTWT1 is the short version of CTSCTWT1XXX. XXX simply means head office, so both will reach Cathay Securities Corporation in Taipei.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.