SWIFT/BIC code UBOTTWTP005
UBOTTWTP005 belongs to Union Bank of Taiwan in Taipei, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UBOTTWTP005 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UBOTTWTP |
| Branch code | 005 |
| Bank | Union Bank of Taiwan |
| Branch | Nanking East Road Branch |
| City | Taipei |
| Country | Taiwan |
The way the Union Bank of Taiwan SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- UBOT Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- TW Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- TP Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 005 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
Which branch is behind SWIFT code UBOTTWTP005?
UBOTTWTP005 identifies Nanking East Road Branch, a unit of Union Bank of Taiwan in Taipei, Taiwan. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Does Union Bank of Taiwan have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 9 SWIFT/BIC codes for Union Bank of Taiwan in Taiwan. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I enter UBOTTWTP005 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check UBOTTWTP005 with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use UBOTTWTP instead of UBOTTWTP005?
UBOTTWTP is the head office of Union Bank of Taiwan, while UBOTTWTP005 is Nanking East Road Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use UBOTTWTP005 if the recipient asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Union Bank of Taiwan in Taiwan?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What do I need to send money to an account at Union Bank of Taiwan?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code UBOTTWTP005, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. 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.