SWIFT/BIC code UWCBTWTP800
UWCBTWTP800 belongs to Cathay United Bank in Taipei, Taiwan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UWCBTWTP800 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UWCBTWTP |
| Branch code | 800 |
| Bank | Cathay United Bank |
| Branch | Finance Division Treasury Department |
| City | Taipei |
| Country | Taiwan |
The way 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.
- 800 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 uses BIC UWCBTWTP800?
UWCBTWTP800 identifies Finance Division Treasury Department, a branch or department of Cathay United Bank in Taipei, Taiwan. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Cathay United Bank?
Banks often add 1–3% 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 happens if I enter UWCBTWTP800 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check UWCBTWTP800 against the details from Cathay United Bank before sending.
What do the letters in UWCBTWTP800 mean?
UWCB is the bank code of Cathay United Bank, TW is the ISO code of Taiwan, TP is the code for the city or region and 800 is the code of the branch Finance Division Treasury Department.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Cathay United Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code UWCBTWTP800, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Taiwan is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
How long does it take to send money to Cathay United Bank in Taiwan?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.