SWIFT/BIC code AINBEGCAXXX
AINBEGCAXXX belongs to Arab Investment Bank in Cairo, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | AINBEGCAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | AINBEGCA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Arab Investment Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Cairo |
| Country | Egypt |
How the Arab Investment Bank SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- XXX 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 institution uses SWIFT/BIC code AINBEGCAXXX?
AINBEGCAXXX identifies the head office of Arab Investment Bank in Cairo, Egypt. It is the code to use when a payment to Arab Investment Bank does not need a specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Arab Investment Bank?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Egypt with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I use AINBEGCAXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check AINBEGCAXXX against the details from Arab Investment Bank before you confirm.
Are AINBEGCA and AINBEGCAXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. AINBEGCA is the short version of AINBEGCAXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version will reach Arab Investment Bank in Cairo.
What do the letters in AINBEGCAXXX mean?
AINB is the bank code of Arab Investment Bank, EG is the ISO code of Egypt, CA is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Arab Investment Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code AINBEGCAXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Egypt is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.