SWIFT/BIC code UWCBTWTP028
UWCBTWTP028 belongs to Cathay United Bank in Taipei, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UWCBTWTP028 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UWCBTWTP |
| Branch code | 028 |
| Bank | Cathay United Bank |
| Branch | Sunjiang Branch |
| City | Taipei |
| Country | Taiwan |
The way 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.
- 028 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 UWCBTWTP028?
UWCBTWTP028 identifies Sunjiang Branch, a branch or department of Cathay United Bank in Taipei, Taiwan. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does Cathay United Bank have 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. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I enter UWCBTWTP028 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check UWCBTWTP028 against the details from Cathay United Bank before sending.
Can I use UWCBTWTP instead of UWCBTWTP028?
UWCBTWTP is the head office of Cathay United Bank, while UWCBTWTP028 is Sunjiang Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention UWCBTWTP028.
How long does a transfer to Cathay United Bank take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Cathay United Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code UWCBTWTP028, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Taiwan uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.