SWIFT/BIC code ARABEGCXSAW
ARABEGCXSAW belongs to Arab Bank PLC in Giza, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ARABEGCXSAW |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ARABEGCX |
| Branch code | SAW |
| Bank | Arab Bank PLC |
| Branch | El-Thawra Branch |
| City | Giza |
| 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.
- SAW 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 BIC ARABEGCXSAW?
ARABEGCXSAW is the SWIFT/BIC code of El-Thawra Branch, part of Arab Bank PLC in Giza, Egypt. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Has Arab Bank PLC got more 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.
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. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Can I use ARABEGCX instead of ARABEGCXSAW?
ARABEGCX is the head office of Arab Bank PLC, while ARABEGCXSAW is El-Thawra Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention ARABEGCXSAW.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Arab Bank PLC?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code ARABEGCXSAW, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Egypt uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What do the letters in ARABEGCXSAW stand for?
ARAB is the institution code of Arab Bank PLC, EG stands for Egypt, CX is the location code and SAW is the code of the branch El-Thawra Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.