SWIFT/BIC code ARIBEGCX007
ARIBEGCX007 belongs to Arab International Bank in Cairo, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ARIBEGCX007 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ARIBEGCX |
| Branch code | 007 |
| Bank | Arab International Bank |
| Branch | Sarwat Branch |
| City | Cairo |
| Country | Egypt |
How the Arab International Bank SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 007 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code ARIBEGCX007?
ARIBEGCX007 identifies Sarwat Branch, a branch or department of Arab International Bank in Cairo, Egypt. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Has Arab International Bank got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 15 SWIFT/BIC codes for Arab International Bank in Egypt, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use ARIBEGCX instead of ARIBEGCX007?
ARIBEGCX points to the head office of Arab International Bank, while ARIBEGCX007 points to Sarwat Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use ARIBEGCX007 if the recipient asks for it.
What do the letters in ARIBEGCX007 mean?
ARIB is the bank code of Arab International Bank, EG is the ISO code of Egypt, CX is the code for the city or region and 007 is the code of the branch Sarwat Branch.
What happens if I enter ARIBEGCX007 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check ARIBEGCX007 against the details from Arab International Bank before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to Arab International Bank in Egypt?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check 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.