SWIFT/BIC code UWCBCNSHFTZ
UWCBCNSHFTZ belongs to Cathay United Bank Shanghai Branch in Shanghai, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UWCBCNSHFTZ |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UWCBCNSH |
| Branch code | FTZ |
| Bank | Cathay United Bank Shanghai Branch |
| Branch | — |
| City | Shanghai |
| Country | China |
How the Cathay United Bank Shanghai Branch SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- UWCB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CN Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- SH Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- FTZ 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/BIC code UWCBCNSHFTZ?
UWCBCNSHFTZ is the SWIFT/BIC code of Cathay United Bank Shanghai Branch, a branch or department of Cathay United Bank Shanghai Branch in Shanghai, China. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Has Cathay United Bank Shanghai Branch got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 4 SWIFT/BIC codes for Cathay United Bank Shanghai Branch in China. All of them are listed on the page of Cathay United Bank Shanghai Branch.
Can I use UWCBCNSH instead of UWCBCNSHFTZ?
UWCBCNSH is the head office of Cathay United Bank Shanghai Branch, while UWCBCNSHFTZ points to Cathay United Bank Shanghai Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention UWCBCNSHFTZ.
What does each part of UWCBCNSHFTZ stand for?
UWCB is the institution code of Cathay United Bank Shanghai Branch, CN stands for China, SH is the location code and FTZ identifies the branch Cathay United Bank Shanghai Branch.
How long does it take to send money to Cathay United Bank Shanghai Branch in China?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What happens if I enter UWCBCNSHFTZ with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check UWCBCNSHFTZ with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.