SWIFT/BIC code BCAIEGCX073
BCAIEGCX073 belongs to Banque du Caire in Cairo, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BCAIEGCX073 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BCAIEGCX |
| Branch code | 073 |
| Bank | Banque du Caire |
| Branch | Lakkany |
| City | Cairo |
| Country | Egypt |
The way the Banque du Caire SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BCAI 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.
- 073 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 code BCAIEGCX073?
The code BCAIEGCX073 belongs to Lakkany, part of Banque du Caire in Cairo, Egypt. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Does Banque du Caire have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 127 SWIFT/BIC codes for Banque du Caire in Egypt, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Banque du Caire?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BCAIEGCX073, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Egypt is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Can I use BCAIEGCX instead of BCAIEGCX073?
BCAIEGCX is the head office of Banque du Caire, while BCAIEGCX073 is Lakkany. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BCAIEGCX073.
How long does it take to send money to Banque du Caire?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Banque du Caire in Egypt?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive 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.