SWIFT/BIC code UWCBTWTP017
UWCBTWTP017 belongs to Cathay United Bank in Panchiao, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UWCBTWTP017 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UWCBTWTP |
| Branch code | 017 |
| Bank | Cathay United Bank |
| Branch | — |
| City | Panchiao |
| 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.
- 017 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 code UWCBTWTP017?
The code UWCBTWTP017 belongs to Cathay United Bank, a unit of Cathay United Bank in Panchiao, Taiwan. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use UWCBTWTP instead of UWCBTWTP017?
UWCBTWTP points to the main office of Cathay United Bank, while UWCBTWTP017 is Cathay United Bank. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use UWCBTWTP017 if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I use UWCBTWTP017 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check UWCBTWTP017 with the recipient before sending.
What is the best way to send money to Cathay United Bank in Taiwan?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Taiwan with transfer services before you send.
What do the letters in UWCBTWTP017 mean?
UWCB is the bank code of Cathay United Bank, TW stands for Taiwan, TP is the location code and 017 identifies the department Cathay United Bank.
Has Cathay United Bank got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 48 SWIFT/BIC codes for Cathay United Bank in Taiwan, for the head office and several branches or departments. 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.