SWIFT/BIC code ABRKEGCASTN
ABRKEGCASTN belongs to Albaraka Bank Egypt in Alexandria, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ABRKEGCASTN |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ABRKEGCA |
| Branch code | STN |
| Bank | Albaraka Bank Egypt |
| Branch | Stanly Branch |
| City | Alexandria |
| Country | Egypt |
The way 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.
- STN 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 uses SWIFT code ABRKEGCASTN?
ABRKEGCASTN identifies Stanly Branch, part of Albaraka Bank Egypt in Alexandria, Egypt. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter ABRKEGCASTN incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check ABRKEGCASTN with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Albaraka Bank Egypt in Egypt?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Egypt with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of ABRKEGCASTN mean?
ABRK is the bank code of Albaraka Bank Egypt, EG is the ISO code of Egypt, CA is the code for the city or region and STN is the code of the branch Stanly Branch.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Albaraka Bank Egypt?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code ABRKEGCASTN, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Egypt uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Can I use ABRKEGCA instead of ABRKEGCASTN?
ABRKEGCA points to the head office of Albaraka Bank Egypt, while ABRKEGCASTN is Stanly Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention ABRKEGCASTN.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.