SWIFT/BIC code ARABEGCXNSA
ARABEGCXNSA belongs to Arab Bank PLC in Cairo, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ARABEGCXNSA |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ARABEGCX |
| Branch code | NSA |
| Bank | Arab Bank PLC |
| Branch | Ali Ameen 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.
- NSA 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 ARABEGCXNSA?
ARABEGCXNSA is the SWIFT/BIC code of Ali Ameen 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.
What does each part of ARABEGCXNSA stand for?
ARAB is the institution code of Arab Bank PLC, EG stands for Egypt, CX is the code for the city or region and NSA is the code of the branch Ali Ameen Branch.
Does Arab Bank PLC have other 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.
What is the best way to send money to Arab Bank PLC in Egypt?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Egypt with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter ARABEGCXNSA with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check ARABEGCXNSA with the recipient before sending.
Can I use ARABEGCX instead of ARABEGCXNSA?
ARABEGCX points to the main office of Arab Bank PLC, while ARABEGCXNSA points to Ali Ameen Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use ARABEGCXNSA if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.