SWIFT/BIC code UWCBTWTP029
UWCBTWTP029 belongs to Cathay United Bank in Kaohsiung, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UWCBTWTP029 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UWCBTWTP |
| Branch code | 029 |
| Bank | Cathay United Bank |
| Branch | Lingya Branch |
| City | Kaohsiung |
| 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.
- 029 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 BIC UWCBTWTP029?
UWCBTWTP029 identifies Lingya Branch, part of Cathay United Bank in Kaohsiung, Taiwan. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Cathay United Bank take in Taiwan?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Cathay United Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code UWCBTWTP029, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Taiwan is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What happens if I enter UWCBTWTP029 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check UWCBTWTP029 against the details from Cathay United Bank before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Cathay United Bank?
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.
What does each part of UWCBTWTP029 stand for?
UWCB is the institution code of Cathay United Bank, TW stands for Taiwan, TP is the location code and 029 is the code of the branch Lingya Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.