SWIFT/BIC code UWCBTWTP038
UWCBTWTP038 belongs to Cathay United Bank in Kaohsiung, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UWCBTWTP038 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UWCBTWTP |
| Branch code | 038 |
| Bank | Cathay United Bank |
| Branch | Chianjin Branch |
| City | Kaohsiung |
| Country | Taiwan |
The way the Cathay United Bank SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 038 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 UWCBTWTP038?
UWCBTWTP038 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Chianjin Branch, a unit of Cathay United Bank in Kaohsiung, Taiwan. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Cathay United Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code UWCBTWTP038, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Taiwan uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
How long does it take to send money to Cathay United Bank?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What does each part of UWCBTWTP038 mean?
UWCB is the bank code of Cathay United Bank, TW stands for Taiwan, TP is the code for the city or region and 038 identifies the branch Chianjin Branch.
Has Cathay United Bank got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 48 SWIFT/BIC codes for Cathay United Bank in Taiwan. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I enter UWCBTWTP038 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check UWCBTWTP038 with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.