SWIFT/BIC code ARABEGCXSHR
ARABEGCXSHR belongs to Arab Bank PLC in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ARABEGCXSHR |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ARABEGCX |
| Branch code | SHR |
| Bank | Arab Bank PLC |
| Branch | Sharm-Elsheikh Branch |
| City | Sharm El Sheikh |
| Country | Egypt |
How the Arab Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- SHR 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 branch is behind BIC ARABEGCXSHR?
ARABEGCXSHR is the SWIFT/BIC code of Sharm-Elsheikh Branch, a branch or department of Arab Bank PLC in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
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.
What happens if I use ARABEGCXSHR incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check ARABEGCXSHR against the details from Arab Bank PLC before you confirm.
Can I use ARABEGCX instead of ARABEGCXSHR?
ARABEGCX is the main office of Arab Bank PLC, while ARABEGCXSHR points to Sharm-Elsheikh Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention ARABEGCXSHR.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Arab Bank PLC?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code ARABEGCXSHR, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Egypt uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What does each part of ARABEGCXSHR stand for?
ARAB is the institution code of Arab Bank PLC, EG stands for Egypt, CX is the location code and SHR identifies the department Sharm-Elsheikh Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.