SWIFT/BIC code BCAIAEAA804
BCAIAEAA804 belongs to Banque Misr in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BCAIAEAA804 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BCAIAEAA |
| Branch code | 804 |
| Bank | Banque Misr |
| Branch | Sharjah Branch |
| City | Sharjah |
| Country | United Arab Emirates |
The way the Banque Misr SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BCAI Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- AE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- AA Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 804 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 bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code BCAIAEAA804?
BCAIAEAA804 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Sharjah Branch, a unit of Banque Misr in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter BCAIAEAA804 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BCAIAEAA804 against the details from Banque Misr before you confirm.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Banque Misr?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BCAIAEAA804, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. United Arab Emirates is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
How long does it take to send money to Banque Misr in United Arab Emirates?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Banque Misr in United Arab Emirates?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in United Arab Emirates Dirham with specialist providers before you send.
What does each part of BCAIAEAA804 stand for?
BCAI is the bank code of Banque Misr, AE stands for United Arab Emirates, AA is the code for the city or region and 804 identifies the department Sharjah Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.