SWIFT/BIC code ARABEGCXMDI
ARABEGCXMDI belongs to Arab Bank PLC in Cairo, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ARABEGCXMDI |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ARABEGCX |
| Branch code | MDI |
| Bank | Arab Bank PLC |
| Branch | Maadi Branch |
| City | Cairo |
| Country | Egypt |
How the Arab Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- MDI 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 ARABEGCXMDI?
ARABEGCXMDI is the SWIFT/BIC code of Maadi Branch, a unit of Arab Bank PLC in Cairo, Egypt. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Arab Bank PLC?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What do I need to send money to an account at Arab Bank PLC?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code ARABEGCXMDI, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Egypt uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What do the letters in ARABEGCXMDI stand for?
ARAB is the bank code of Arab Bank PLC, EG stands for Egypt, CX is the code for the city or region and MDI identifies the branch Maadi Branch.
What happens if I use ARABEGCXMDI with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check ARABEGCXMDI with the recipient before you confirm.
Does Arab Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 24 SWIFT/BIC codes for Arab Bank PLC in Egypt. All of them are listed on the page of Arab Bank PLC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.