SWIFT/BIC code ABRKEGCAOCT
ABRKEGCAOCT belongs to Albaraka Bank Egypt in 6th of October, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ABRKEGCAOCT |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ABRKEGCA |
| Branch code | OCT |
| Bank | Albaraka Bank Egypt |
| Branch | 6th October Branch |
| City | 6th of October |
| Country | Egypt |
How the Albaraka Bank Egypt SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- OCT 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 is behind SWIFT code ABRKEGCAOCT?
ABRKEGCAOCT identifies 6th October Branch, a unit of Albaraka Bank Egypt in 6th of October, Egypt. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use ABRKEGCA instead of ABRKEGCAOCT?
ABRKEGCA points to the main office of Albaraka Bank Egypt, while ABRKEGCAOCT is 6th October Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use ABRKEGCAOCT if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Albaraka Bank Egypt in Egypt?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Egypt with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I use ABRKEGCAOCT incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check ABRKEGCAOCT with the recipient before you confirm.
Has Albaraka Bank Egypt got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 39 SWIFT/BIC codes for Albaraka Bank Egypt in Egypt. All of them are listed on the page of Albaraka Bank Egypt.
What does each part of ABRKEGCAOCT 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 OCT is the code of the department 6th October Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.