SWIFT/BIC code UWCBTWTP604

UWCBTWTP604 belongs to Cathay United Bank in Taipei, Taiwan.

UWCBTWTP604

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeUWCBTWTP604
8-character codeUWCBTWTP
Branch code604
BankCathay United Bank
BranchChu Lai Branch
CityTaipei
CountryTaiwan

How 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.
604 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 SWIFT/BIC code UWCBTWTP604?

UWCBTWTP604 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Chu Lai Branch, a branch or department 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 UWCBTWTP604?

UWCBTWTP is the head office of Cathay United Bank, while UWCBTWTP604 is Chu Lai Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention UWCBTWTP604.

What happens if I use UWCBTWTP604 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check UWCBTWTP604 with the recipient before you confirm.

How long does a transfer to Cathay United Bank take in Taiwan?

An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.

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. All of them are listed on the page of Cathay United Bank.

Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Cathay United Bank?

You need the SWIFT/BIC code UWCBTWTP604, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. 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.