SWIFT/BIC code ARABEGCXNOZ
ARABEGCXNOZ belongs to Arab Bank PLC in Cairo, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ARABEGCXNOZ |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ARABEGCX |
| Branch code | NOZ |
| Bank | Arab Bank PLC |
| Branch | Arab Bank PLC Nozha |
| 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.
- NOZ 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code ARABEGCXNOZ?
The code ARABEGCXNOZ belongs to Arab Bank PLC Nozha, a unit of Arab Bank PLC in Cairo, Egypt. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in ARABEGCXNOZ mean?
ARAB is the bank code of Arab Bank PLC, EG stands for Egypt, CX is the code for the city or region and NOZ is the code of the department Arab Bank PLC Nozha.
What is the best way to send money to Arab Bank PLC in Egypt?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Egypt with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use ARABEGCXNOZ incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check ARABEGCXNOZ against the details from Arab Bank PLC before you confirm.
Can I use ARABEGCX instead of ARABEGCXNOZ?
ARABEGCX is the head office of Arab Bank PLC, while ARABEGCXNOZ is Arab Bank PLC Nozha. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention ARABEGCXNOZ.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Arab Bank PLC?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code ARABEGCXNOZ, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Egypt uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.