SWIFT/BIC code ABRKEGCAZYD
ABRKEGCAZYD belongs to Albaraka Bank Egypt in Giza, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ABRKEGCAZYD |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ABRKEGCA |
| Branch code | ZYD |
| Bank | Albaraka Bank Egypt |
| Branch | Sheikh Zayed Branch |
| City | Giza |
| 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.
- ZYD 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 is behind SWIFT code ABRKEGCAZYD?
The code ABRKEGCAZYD belongs to Sheikh Zayed Branch, a unit of Albaraka Bank Egypt in Giza, Egypt. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use ABRKEGCAZYD incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check ABRKEGCAZYD against the details from Albaraka Bank Egypt before you confirm.
How long does it take to send money to Albaraka Bank Egypt?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What does each part of ABRKEGCAZYD mean?
ABRK is the bank code of Albaraka Bank Egypt, EG is the ISO code of Egypt, CA is the location code and ZYD identifies the department Sheikh Zayed Branch.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Albaraka Bank Egypt?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code ABRKEGCAZYD, the IBAN or local account number 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?
Banks often 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.