SWIFT/BIC code AINBEGCA5ST
AINBEGCA5ST belongs to Arab Investment Bank in Cairo, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | AINBEGCA5ST |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | AINBEGCA |
| Branch code | 5ST |
| Bank | Arab Investment Bank |
| Branch | 5st Branch |
| City | Cairo |
| Country | Egypt |
The way the Arab Investment Bank SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- AINB 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.
- 5ST 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/BIC code AINBEGCA5ST?
AINBEGCA5ST is the SWIFT/BIC code of 5st Branch, part of Arab Investment Bank in Cairo, Egypt. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Arab Investment Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code AINBEGCA5ST, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Egypt is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
How long does it take to send money to Arab Investment Bank in Egypt?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Can I use AINBEGCA instead of AINBEGCA5ST?
AINBEGCA is the head office of Arab Investment Bank, while AINBEGCA5ST is 5st Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention AINBEGCA5ST.
Has Arab Investment Bank got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 20 SWIFT/BIC codes for Arab Investment Bank in Egypt, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Arab Investment Bank.
What happens if I use AINBEGCA5ST incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check AINBEGCA5ST with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.