SWIFT/BIC code UWCBTWTP053
UWCBTWTP053 belongs to Cathay United Bank in Taipei, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UWCBTWTP053 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UWCBTWTP |
| Branch code | 053 |
| Bank | Cathay United Bank |
| Branch | Tunnan Branch |
| City | Taipei |
| Country | Taiwan |
How 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.
- 053 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 code UWCBTWTP053?
UWCBTWTP053 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Tunnan Branch, part of Cathay United Bank in Taipei, Taiwan. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Has Cathay United Bank got more 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 a transfer to Cathay United Bank take in Taiwan?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Can I use UWCBTWTP instead of UWCBTWTP053?
UWCBTWTP points to the head office of Cathay United Bank, while UWCBTWTP053 is Tunnan Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention UWCBTWTP053.
What happens if I enter UWCBTWTP053 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check UWCBTWTP053 against the details from Cathay United Bank before sending.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Cathay United Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code UWCBTWTP053, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Taiwan uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.