SWIFT/BIC code ARABEGCXTHR
ARABEGCXTHR belongs to Arab Bank PLC in Cairo, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ARABEGCXTHR |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ARABEGCX |
| Branch code | THR |
| Bank | Arab Bank PLC |
| Branch | El-Tahrir 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.
- THR 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 SWIFT/BIC code ARABEGCXTHR?
ARABEGCXTHR is the SWIFT/BIC code of El-Tahrir Branch, part of Arab Bank PLC in Cairo, Egypt. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Arab Bank PLC take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What happens if I enter ARABEGCXTHR incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check ARABEGCXTHR with the recipient before sending.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Arab Bank PLC?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code ARABEGCXTHR, 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.
What do the letters in ARABEGCXTHR mean?
ARAB is the institution code of Arab Bank PLC, EG stands for Egypt, CX is the location code and THR is the code of the department El-Tahrir Branch.
Can I use ARABEGCX instead of ARABEGCXTHR?
ARABEGCX is the main office of Arab Bank PLC, while ARABEGCXTHR points to El-Tahrir Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use ARABEGCXTHR 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.