SWIFT/BIC code ARAIEGCXGLF
ARAIEGCXGLF belongs to Arab African International Bank in Cairo, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ARAIEGCXGLF |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ARAIEGCX |
| Branch code | GLF |
| Bank | Arab African International Bank |
| Branch | Golf Branch |
| City | Cairo |
| Country | Egypt |
How the Arab African International Bank SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ARAI 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.
- GLF 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 SWIFT code ARAIEGCXGLF?
The code ARAIEGCXGLF belongs to Golf Branch, a unit of Arab African International Bank in Cairo, Egypt. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Arab African International Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code ARAIEGCXGLF, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Egypt is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Has Arab African International Bank got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 25 SWIFT/BIC codes for Arab African International Bank in Egypt. You can see them all on the bank page.
How long does it take to send money to Arab African International Bank in Egypt?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What is the best way to send money to Arab African International Bank in Egypt?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Egypt with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use ARAIEGCX instead of ARAIEGCXGLF?
ARAIEGCX is the head office of Arab African International Bank, while ARAIEGCXGLF is Golf Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention ARAIEGCXGLF.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.