SWIFT/BIC code ARIBEGCX001
ARIBEGCX001 belongs to Arab International Bank in Cairo, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ARIBEGCX001 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ARIBEGCX |
| Branch code | 001 |
| Bank | Arab International Bank |
| Branch | Head Office |
| City | Cairo |
| Country | Egypt |
How the Arab International Bank SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ARIB 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.
- 001 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 ARIBEGCX001?
The code ARIBEGCX001 belongs to Head Office, part of Arab International Bank in Cairo, Egypt. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does Arab International Bank have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 15 SWIFT/BIC codes for Arab International Bank in Egypt. You can see them all on the bank page.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Arab International Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code ARIBEGCX001, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Egypt is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
How long does a transfer to Arab International Bank take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Can I use ARIBEGCX instead of ARIBEGCX001?
ARIBEGCX is the head office of Arab International Bank, while ARIBEGCX001 is Head Office. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use ARIBEGCX001 if the recipient asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Arab International Bank in Egypt?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Egypt with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.