SWIFT/BIC code UWCBTWTP035

UWCBTWTP035 belongs to Cathay United Bank in Fengyuan, Taiwan.

UWCBTWTP035

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeUWCBTWTP035
8-character codeUWCBTWTP
Branch code035
BankCathay United Bank
BranchFongyuan Branch
CityFengyuan
CountryTaiwan

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.
035 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 is behind BIC UWCBTWTP035?

UWCBTWTP035 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Fongyuan Branch, part of Cathay United Bank in Fengyuan, Taiwan. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I enter UWCBTWTP035 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check UWCBTWTP035 with the recipient before you confirm.

Can I use UWCBTWTP instead of UWCBTWTP035?

UWCBTWTP points to the head office of Cathay United Bank, while UWCBTWTP035 is Fongyuan Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention UWCBTWTP035.

Does Cathay United Bank have other 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 does each part of UWCBTWTP035 stand for?

UWCB is the institution code of Cathay United Bank, TW stands for Taiwan, TP is the location code and 035 identifies the branch Fongyuan Branch.

What is the cheapest 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 the amount that arrives in Taiwan with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.