SWIFT/BIC code UWCBTWTP012
UWCBTWTP012 belongs to Cathay United Bank in Taipei, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UWCBTWTP012 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UWCBTWTP |
| Branch code | 012 |
| Bank | Cathay United Bank |
| Branch | Tienmou Branch |
| City | Taipei |
| Country | Taiwan |
How 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.
- 012 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code UWCBTWTP012?
UWCBTWTP012 identifies Tienmou Branch, a unit of Cathay United Bank in Taipei, Taiwan. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use UWCBTWTP instead of UWCBTWTP012?
UWCBTWTP points to the main office of Cathay United Bank, while UWCBTWTP012 is Tienmou Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention UWCBTWTP012.
What happens if I enter UWCBTWTP012 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check UWCBTWTP012 with the recipient before sending.
What does each part of UWCBTWTP012 mean?
UWCB is the bank code of Cathay United Bank, TW is the ISO code of Taiwan, TP is the code for the city or region and 012 identifies the branch Tienmou Branch.
How long does it take to send money to Cathay United Bank?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Cathay United Bank?
Many banks 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 – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.