SWIFT/BIC code ARIBEGCX003
ARIBEGCX003 belongs to Arab International Bank in Cairo, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ARIBEGCX003 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ARIBEGCX |
| Branch code | 003 |
| Bank | Arab International Bank |
| Branch | Tahrir Branch |
| City | Cairo |
| Country | Egypt |
How the Arab International Bank SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 003 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 is behind BIC ARIBEGCX003?
ARIBEGCX003 identifies Tahrir Branch, a unit of Arab International Bank in Cairo, Egypt. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Arab International Bank in Egypt?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Egypt with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in ARIBEGCX003 mean?
ARIB is the bank code of Arab International Bank, EG stands for Egypt, CX is the location code and 003 is the code of the branch Tahrir Branch.
Has Arab International Bank got more 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.
What happens if I enter ARIBEGCX003 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check ARIBEGCX003 against the details from Arab International Bank before you confirm.
How long does it take to send money to Arab International Bank?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.