SWIFT/BIC code ABRKEGCATAN
ABRKEGCATAN belongs to Albaraka Bank Egypt in Al Gharbiah, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ABRKEGCATAN |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ABRKEGCA |
| Branch code | TAN |
| Bank | Albaraka Bank Egypt |
| Branch | Tanta Branch |
| City | Al Gharbiah |
| 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.
- TAN 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
What bank uses BIC ABRKEGCATAN?
ABRKEGCATAN identifies Tanta Branch, a branch or department of Albaraka Bank Egypt in Al Gharbiah, Egypt. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use ABRKEGCA instead of ABRKEGCATAN?
ABRKEGCA is the head office of Albaraka Bank Egypt, while ABRKEGCATAN points to Tanta Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention ABRKEGCATAN.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Albaraka Bank Egypt?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code ABRKEGCATAN, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Egypt is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What is the cheapest 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 the amount that arrives in Egypt with transfer services before you send.
How long does a transfer to Albaraka Bank Egypt take in Egypt?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Does Albaraka Bank Egypt have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 39 SWIFT/BIC codes for Albaraka Bank Egypt in Egypt. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.