SWIFT/BIC code UWCBTWTP013
UWCBTWTP013 belongs to Cathay United Bank in Taichung, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UWCBTWTP013 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UWCBTWTP |
| Branch code | 013 |
| Bank | Cathay United Bank |
| Branch | West Taichung Branch |
| City | Taichung |
| Country | Taiwan |
How the Cathay United Bank SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 013 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 BIC UWCBTWTP013?
UWCBTWTP013 identifies West Taichung Branch, a unit of Cathay United Bank in Taichung, Taiwan. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use UWCBTWTP013 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check UWCBTWTP013 with the recipient before sending.
Can I use UWCBTWTP instead of UWCBTWTP013?
UWCBTWTP points to the main office of Cathay United Bank, while UWCBTWTP013 points to West Taichung Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use UWCBTWTP013 if the recipient asks for it.
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. Check what you receive in Taiwan with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does a transfer to Cathay United Bank take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Has Cathay United Bank got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 48 SWIFT/BIC codes for Cathay United Bank in Taiwan. All of them are listed on the page of Cathay United Bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.