SWIFT/BIC code ARABEGCXOCT
ARABEGCXOCT belongs to Arab Bank PLC in 6th of October, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ARABEGCXOCT |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ARABEGCX |
| Branch code | OCT |
| Bank | Arab Bank PLC |
| Branch | 6th of October Branch |
| City | 6th of October |
| 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.
- OCT 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 SWIFT/BIC code ARABEGCXOCT?
The code ARABEGCXOCT belongs to 6th of October Branch, a unit of Arab Bank PLC in 6th of October, Egypt. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Does Arab Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 24 SWIFT/BIC codes for Arab Bank PLC in Egypt, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Arab Bank PLC.
What does each part of ARABEGCXOCT stand for?
ARAB is the bank code of Arab Bank PLC, EG is the ISO code of Egypt, CX is the code for the city or region and OCT is the code of the branch 6th of October Branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Arab Bank PLC in Egypt?
Many banks 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.
What happens if I use ARABEGCXOCT incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check ARABEGCXOCT against the details from Arab Bank PLC before sending.
Can I use ARABEGCX instead of ARABEGCXOCT?
ARABEGCX is the main office of Arab Bank PLC, while ARABEGCXOCT is 6th of October Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention ARABEGCXOCT.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.