SWIFT/BIC code ABRKEGCAHDW
ABRKEGCAHDW belongs to Albaraka Bank Egypt in Cairo, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ABRKEGCAHDW |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ABRKEGCA |
| Branch code | HDW |
| Bank | Albaraka Bank Egypt |
| Branch | International Garden Branch |
| City | Cairo |
| Country | Egypt |
The way the Albaraka Bank Egypt SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- HDW 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 branch uses BIC ABRKEGCAHDW?
ABRKEGCAHDW identifies International Garden Branch, a branch or department of Albaraka Bank Egypt in Cairo, Egypt. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Albaraka Bank Egypt in Egypt?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Egypt with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does a transfer to Albaraka Bank Egypt take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What does each part of ABRKEGCAHDW stand for?
ABRK is the bank code of Albaraka Bank Egypt, EG stands for Egypt, CA is the code for the city or region and HDW is the code of the department International Garden Branch.
Does Albaraka Bank Egypt have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 39 SWIFT/BIC codes for Albaraka Bank Egypt in Egypt. You can see them all on the bank page.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Albaraka Bank Egypt?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code ABRKEGCAHDW, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Egypt is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.