SWIFT/BIC code UWCBTWTP046
UWCBTWTP046 belongs to Cathay United Bank in Taichung, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UWCBTWTP046 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UWCBTWTP |
| Branch code | 046 |
| Bank | Cathay United Bank |
| Branch | Chingshui Branch |
| City | Taichung |
| Country | Taiwan |
The way 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.
- 046 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 is behind BIC UWCBTWTP046?
UWCBTWTP046 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Chingshui Branch, a branch or department of Cathay United Bank in Taichung, Taiwan. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Cathay United Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code UWCBTWTP046, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Taiwan uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
How long does a transfer to Cathay United Bank take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What does each part of UWCBTWTP046 mean?
UWCB is the institution code of Cathay United Bank, TW is the ISO code of Taiwan, TP is the location code and 046 is the code of the department Chingshui Branch.
Does Cathay United Bank have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 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 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. Check what you receive in Taiwan with specialist providers 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.