SWIFT/BIC code ARIBEGCXLBR
ARIBEGCXLBR belongs to Arab International Bank in Cairo, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ARIBEGCXLBR |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ARIBEGCX |
| Branch code | LBR |
| Bank | Arab International Bank |
| Branch | Local Bank Department |
| City | Cairo |
| Country | Egypt |
The way 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.
- LBR 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 ARIBEGCXLBR?
ARIBEGCXLBR is the SWIFT/BIC code of Local Bank Department, 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 cheapest way to send money to Arab International Bank in Egypt?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Egypt with specialist providers before you send.
How long does a transfer to Arab International Bank take in Egypt?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Arab International Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code ARIBEGCXLBR, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Egypt is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What happens if I enter ARIBEGCXLBR with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check ARIBEGCXLBR with the recipient before you confirm.
What do the letters in ARIBEGCXLBR mean?
ARIB is the institution code of Arab International Bank, EG stands for Egypt, CX is the location code and LBR is the code of the branch Local Bank Department.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.