SWIFT/BIC code TFITTWT1XXX
TFITTWT1XXX belongs to Cathay United Bank in Taipei, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | TFITTWT1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | TFITTWT1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Cathay United Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Taipei |
| Country | Taiwan |
The way the Cathay United Bank SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- TFIT 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code TFITTWT1XXX?
TFITTWT1XXX identifies the headquarters of Cathay United Bank in Taipei, Taiwan. It is the code to use when a payment to Cathay United Bank does not need a specific branch.
Is TFITTWT1 and TFITTWT1XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. TFITTWT1 is the short version of TFITTWT1XXX. XXX simply means head office, so both routes your payment to Cathay United Bank in Taipei.
Has Cathay United Bank got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 48 SWIFT/BIC codes for Cathay United Bank in Taiwan, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Cathay United Bank.
What is the best way to send money to Cathay United 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 specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use TFITTWT1XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check TFITTWT1XXX with the recipient before sending.
What do I need to send money to an account at Cathay United Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code TFITTWT1XXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Taiwan uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.