SWIFT/BIC code ABRKEGCABRG
ABRKEGCABRG belongs to Albaraka Bank Egypt in Alexandria, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ABRKEGCABRG |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ABRKEGCA |
| Branch code | BRG |
| Bank | Albaraka Bank Egypt |
| Branch | Borg Al Arab Branch |
| City | Alexandria |
| Country | Egypt |
How the Albaraka Bank Egypt SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ABRK Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- EG Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- CA Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- BRG 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 ABRKEGCABRG?
The code ABRKEGCABRG belongs to Borg Al Arab Branch, a unit of Albaraka Bank Egypt in Alexandria, Egypt. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use ABRKEGCA instead of ABRKEGCABRG?
ABRKEGCA is the head office of Albaraka Bank Egypt, while ABRKEGCABRG is Borg Al Arab Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention ABRKEGCABRG.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Albaraka Bank Egypt?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code ABRKEGCABRG, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Egypt uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Has Albaraka Bank Egypt got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 39 SWIFT/BIC codes for Albaraka Bank Egypt in Egypt, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Albaraka Bank Egypt.
How long does it take to send money to Albaraka Bank Egypt in Egypt?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Albaraka Bank Egypt?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Egypt with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.