You’ll need

1. A valid passport with entry/exit permit(VISA or entry stamp), or a valid Overseas Compatriot Identity Certificate issued by the Overseas Community Affairs Council (either one).
2. A secondary identification document.

   (such as a driver’s license、Employee badge requires employee number、passport)

3. R.O.C. (Taiwan) UI No. Basic Information Form

   (applied via National Immigration Agency website)

4. The address of your original residence abroad, and documents such as bills, statements or government-issued documents detailing your name and said address, a copy shall suffice.

   (independently verified documents such as utility/gas bills or bank statements)

5. NT$1,000 cash: minimum opening deposit for demand savings deposit account
   NT$10,000 cash: minimum opening deposit for time deposit account


6. The Tax Identification Number (TIN) of your nationality

   (for customers with foreign tax residency)

7. Specimen chop

   (not required, can be replaced with a signature)

8. Proof of employment

Accounts you may apply

1. Demand savings deposit account
2. Time deposit account

Make an online reservation at our branches.

➡︎ Click here to download【Online Appointment】Webpage Instructions PDF

Following functions will also be activated

1. Online banking
2. ATM card
3. Foreign currency account
4. Non-pre-designated account transfer service

Account Holder Rights and Interests

※The interest rate for demand savings deposits and time deposits is calculated and accrued based on the floating rate. A minimum of NT$5,000 is required to initiate interest accrual for demand savings deposits, and NT$10,000 for time deposits.

Cathay United Bank Advantages

1. Easy access to your money with 165 branches and over 5,000 ATMs stationed in Taipei Metro stations, supermarkets and convenience stores.
2. Supports 15 currencies for FCY deposit and 16 currencies for FCY exchange.
3. E-statement