SWIFT/BIC code ARABEGCXHGZ
ARABEGCXHGZ belongs to Arab Bank PLC in Cairo, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ARABEGCXHGZ |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ARABEGCX |
| Branch code | HGZ |
| Bank | Arab Bank PLC |
| Branch | El-Hegaz Branch |
| City | Cairo |
| Country | Egypt |
The way the Arab Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ARAB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- EG Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- CX Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- HGZ 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 BIC ARABEGCXHGZ?
ARABEGCXHGZ identifies El-Hegaz Branch, part of Arab Bank PLC in Cairo, Egypt. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does Arab Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 24 SWIFT/BIC codes for Arab Bank PLC in Egypt, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Arab Bank PLC?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code ARABEGCXHGZ, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Egypt uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Can I use ARABEGCX instead of ARABEGCXHGZ?
ARABEGCX is the main office of Arab Bank PLC, while ARABEGCXHGZ points to El-Hegaz Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use ARABEGCXHGZ if the recipient asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Arab Bank PLC?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What happens if I enter ARABEGCXHGZ with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check ARABEGCXHGZ 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.