SWIFT/BIC code UWCBTWTP009
UWCBTWTP009 belongs to Cathay United Bank in Yungho, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UWCBTWTP009 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UWCBTWTP |
| Branch code | 009 |
| Bank | Cathay United Bank |
| Branch | Yungho Branch |
| City | Yungho |
| 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:
- 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.
- 009 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code UWCBTWTP009?
UWCBTWTP009 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Yungho Branch, a branch or department of Cathay United Bank in Yungho, Taiwan. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Cathay United Bank?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Taiwan with specialist providers before you send.
Has Cathay United Bank got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 48 SWIFT/BIC codes for Cathay United Bank in Taiwan. All of them are listed on the page of Cathay United Bank.
What happens if I enter UWCBTWTP009 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check UWCBTWTP009 with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use UWCBTWTP instead of UWCBTWTP009?
UWCBTWTP points to the head office of Cathay United Bank, while UWCBTWTP009 is Yungho Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use UWCBTWTP009 if the recipient asks for it.
What do I need to send money to an account at Cathay United Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code UWCBTWTP009, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Taiwan is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.