SWIFT/BIC code UWCBCNSHXXX
UWCBCNSHXXX belongs to Cathay United Bank Shanghai Branch in Shanghai, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UWCBCNSHXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UWCBCNSH |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Cathay United Bank Shanghai Branch |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Shanghai |
| Country | China |
The way the Cathay United Bank Shanghai Branch SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 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
Which bank uses SWIFT code UWCBCNSHXXX?
The code UWCBCNSHXXX belongs to the main office of Cathay United Bank Shanghai Branch in Shanghai, China. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Cathay United Bank Shanghai Branch.
Are UWCBCNSH and UWCBCNSHXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. UWCBCNSH is the 8-character version of UWCBCNSHXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version routes your payment to Cathay United Bank Shanghai Branch in Shanghai.
What happens if I enter UWCBCNSHXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check UWCBCNSHXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to Cathay United Bank Shanghai Branch in China?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Chinese Yuan with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Has Cathay United Bank Shanghai Branch got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 4 SWIFT/BIC codes for Cathay United Bank Shanghai Branch in China, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Cathay United Bank Shanghai Branch.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Cathay United Bank Shanghai Branch?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code UWCBCNSHXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. China 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.