SWIFT/BIC code BCAIEGCX095
BCAIEGCX095 belongs to Banque du Caire in Cairo, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BCAIEGCX095 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BCAIEGCX |
| Branch code | 095 |
| Bank | Banque du Caire |
| Branch | 26 Jul. Branch |
| City | Cairo |
| Country | Egypt |
The way the Banque du Caire 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.
- EG Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- CX Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 095 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 BCAIEGCX095?
BCAIEGCX095 is the SWIFT/BIC code of 26 Jul. Branch, a unit of Banque du Caire in Cairo, Egypt. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does Banque du Caire have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 127 SWIFT/BIC codes for Banque du Caire in Egypt, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Banque du Caire.
Can I use BCAIEGCX instead of BCAIEGCX095?
BCAIEGCX points to the main office of Banque du Caire, while BCAIEGCX095 is 26 Jul. Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BCAIEGCX095.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Banque du Caire?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BCAIEGCX095, 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.
How long does it take to send money to Banque du Caire in Egypt?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What is the best way to send money to Banque du Caire?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive 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.