SWIFT/BIC code UWCBTWTP040
UWCBTWTP040 belongs to Cathay United Bank in Hsinchu, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UWCBTWTP040 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UWCBTWTP |
| Branch code | 040 |
| Bank | Cathay United Bank |
| Branch | Hsinchu Branch |
| City | Hsinchu |
| 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.
- 040 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/BIC code UWCBTWTP040?
UWCBTWTP040 identifies Hsinchu Branch, part of Cathay United Bank in Hsinchu, Taiwan. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in UWCBTWTP040 stand for?
UWCB is the institution code of Cathay United Bank, TW stands for Taiwan, TP is the code for the city or region and 040 identifies the branch Hsinchu Branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Cathay United Bank in Taiwan?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Taiwan with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does a transfer to Cathay United Bank take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What happens if I enter UWCBTWTP040 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check UWCBTWTP040 with the recipient before you confirm.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Cathay United Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code UWCBTWTP040, 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.