SWIFT/BIC code UWCBTWTP602
UWCBTWTP602 belongs to Cathay United Bank in Taipei, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UWCBTWTP602 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UWCBTWTP |
| Branch code | 602 |
| Bank | Cathay United Bank |
| Branch | Labuan Offshore Branch |
| City | Taipei |
| 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.
- 602 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 bank is behind BIC UWCBTWTP602?
UWCBTWTP602 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Labuan Offshore Branch, a unit of Cathay United Bank in Taipei, Taiwan. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use UWCBTWTP instead of UWCBTWTP602?
UWCBTWTP is the head office of Cathay United Bank, while UWCBTWTP602 points to Labuan Offshore Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention UWCBTWTP602.
What is the cheapest 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 transfer services before you send.
What happens if I enter UWCBTWTP602 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check UWCBTWTP602 with the recipient before you confirm.
Does Cathay United Bank have other 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 do I need to send money to an account at Cathay United Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code UWCBTWTP602, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Taiwan is not part of SEPA, 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.