SWIFT/BIC code ARABEGCXMKT
ARABEGCXMKT belongs to Arab Bank PLC in Cairo, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ARABEGCXMKT |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ARABEGCX |
| Branch code | MKT |
| Bank | Arab Bank PLC |
| Branch | El Mokatam Branch |
| City | Cairo |
| Country | Egypt |
The way 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.
- MKT 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 BIC ARABEGCXMKT?
The code ARABEGCXMKT belongs to El Mokatam Branch, part of Arab Bank PLC in Cairo, Egypt. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use ARABEGCXMKT with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check ARABEGCXMKT with the recipient before sending.
How long does a transfer to Arab Bank PLC take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Does Arab Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 24 SWIFT/BIC codes for Arab Bank PLC in Egypt. You can see them all on the bank page.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Arab Bank PLC?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code ARABEGCXMKT, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Egypt is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What does each part of ARABEGCXMKT stand for?
ARAB is the institution code of Arab Bank PLC, EG stands for Egypt, CX is the location code and MKT identifies the branch El Mokatam Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.