SWIFT/BIC code ARLBEGCAOCT
ARLBEGCAOCT belongs to Egyptian Arab Land Bank in 6th of October, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ARLBEGCAOCT |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ARLBEGCA |
| Branch code | OCT |
| Bank | Egyptian Arab Land Bank |
| Branch | — |
| City | 6th of October |
| Country | Egypt |
The way the Egyptian Arab Land Bank SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ARLB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- EG Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- CA Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- OCT 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 ARLBEGCAOCT?
The code ARLBEGCAOCT belongs to Egyptian Arab Land Bank, part of Egyptian Arab Land Bank in 6th of October, Egypt. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use ARLBEGCA instead of ARLBEGCAOCT?
ARLBEGCA is the head office of Egyptian Arab Land Bank, while ARLBEGCAOCT is Egyptian Arab Land Bank. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention ARLBEGCAOCT.
How long does it take to send money to Egyptian Arab Land Bank in Egypt?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Does Egyptian Arab Land Bank have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 27 SWIFT/BIC codes for Egyptian Arab Land Bank in Egypt. All of them are listed on the page of Egyptian Arab Land Bank.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Egyptian Arab Land Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code ARLBEGCAOCT, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Egypt uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Egyptian Arab Land 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.