SWIFT/BIC code UWCBTWTP019
UWCBTWTP019 belongs to Cathay United Bank in Taipei, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UWCBTWTP019 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UWCBTWTP |
| Branch code | 019 |
| Bank | Cathay United Bank |
| Branch | Minchuang Branch |
| City | Taipei |
| 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.
- 019 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 uses SWIFT code UWCBTWTP019?
The code UWCBTWTP019 belongs to Minchuang Branch, part 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 in Taiwan?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Taiwan with specialist providers before you send.
What does each part of UWCBTWTP019 stand for?
UWCB is the bank code of Cathay United Bank, TW is the ISO code of Taiwan, TP is the location code and 019 is the code of the department Minchuang Branch.
How long does it take to send money to Cathay United Bank?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Cathay United Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code UWCBTWTP019, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Taiwan is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
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.