SWIFT/BIC code UWCBTWTP007
UWCBTWTP007 belongs to Cathay United Bank in Taipei, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UWCBTWTP007 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UWCBTWTP |
| Branch code | 007 |
| Bank | Cathay United Bank |
| Branch | Taipei Branch |
| City | Taipei |
| Country | Taiwan |
The way the Cathay United Bank 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.
- TW Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- TP Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 007 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 BIC UWCBTWTP007?
UWCBTWTP007 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Taipei Branch, a branch or department of Cathay United Bank in Taipei, Taiwan. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Cathay United Bank?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Taiwan with transfer services before you send.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Cathay United Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code UWCBTWTP007, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Taiwan is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
How long does it take to send money to Cathay United Bank?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Can I use UWCBTWTP instead of UWCBTWTP007?
UWCBTWTP points to the main office of Cathay United Bank, while UWCBTWTP007 is Taipei Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention UWCBTWTP007.
What do the letters in UWCBTWTP007 stand for?
UWCB is the institution code of Cathay United Bank, TW is the ISO code of Taiwan, TP is the location code and 007 is the code of the department Taipei Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.