SWIFT/BIC code ABRKEGCASHB
ABRKEGCASHB belongs to Albaraka Bank Egypt in Cairo, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ABRKEGCASHB |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ABRKEGCA |
| Branch code | SHB |
| Bank | Albaraka Bank Egypt |
| Branch | Shobra Branch |
| City | Cairo |
| Country | Egypt |
The way 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.
- SHB 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 BIC ABRKEGCASHB?
ABRKEGCASHB is the SWIFT/BIC code of Shobra Branch, a branch or department of Albaraka Bank Egypt in Cairo, Egypt. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
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 specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of ABRKEGCASHB 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 SHB identifies the branch Shobra Branch.
How long does it take to send money to Albaraka Bank Egypt in Egypt?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Can I use ABRKEGCA instead of ABRKEGCASHB?
ABRKEGCA is the main office of Albaraka Bank Egypt, while ABRKEGCASHB is Shobra Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use ABRKEGCASHB if the recipient asks for it.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Albaraka Bank Egypt?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code ABRKEGCASHB, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Egypt is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.