SWIFT/BIC code UWCBTWTP023
UWCBTWTP023 belongs to Cathay United Bank in Yuan-Lin, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UWCBTWTP023 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UWCBTWTP |
| Branch code | 023 |
| Bank | Cathay United Bank |
| Branch | Yuanlin Branch |
| City | Yuan-Lin |
| Country | Taiwan |
How 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.
- 023 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
What bank uses SWIFT code UWCBTWTP023?
The code UWCBTWTP023 belongs to Yuanlin Branch, a branch or department of Cathay United Bank in Yuan-Lin, Taiwan. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use UWCBTWTP instead of UWCBTWTP023?
UWCBTWTP is the head office of Cathay United Bank, while UWCBTWTP023 points to Yuanlin Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use UWCBTWTP023 if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Cathay United Bank in Taiwan?
Banks often 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 – the difference can be large.
What does each part of UWCBTWTP023 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 023 is the code of the department Yuanlin Branch.
What happens if I enter UWCBTWTP023 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check UWCBTWTP023 against the details from Cathay United Bank before you confirm.
How long does it take to send money to Cathay United Bank?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.