SWIFT/BIC code UWCBTWTP052
UWCBTWTP052 belongs to Cathay United Bank in Kaohsiung, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UWCBTWTP052 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UWCBTWTP |
| Branch code | 052 |
| Bank | Cathay United Bank |
| Branch | Hsinhsing 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.
- 052 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code UWCBTWTP052?
UWCBTWTP052 identifies Hsinhsing Branch, a branch or department of Cathay United Bank in Kaohsiung, Taiwan. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Cathay United Bank?
Many banks 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.
What do the letters in UWCBTWTP052 mean?
UWCB is the bank code of Cathay United Bank, TW stands for Taiwan, TP is the code for the city or region and 052 identifies the department Hsinhsing Branch.
What happens if I use UWCBTWTP052 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check UWCBTWTP052 with the recipient before sending.
Has Cathay United Bank got 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. All of them are listed on the page of Cathay United Bank.
How long does it take to send money to Cathay United Bank?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.