SWIFT/BIC code BCAIEGCX110
BCAIEGCX110 belongs to Banque du Caire in Cairo, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BCAIEGCX110 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BCAIEGCX |
| Branch code | 110 |
| Bank | Banque du Caire |
| Branch | Misr Alkadima |
| 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.
- 110 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 code BCAIEGCX110?
BCAIEGCX110 identifies Misr Alkadima, a branch or department of Banque du Caire in Cairo, Egypt. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter BCAIEGCX110 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BCAIEGCX110 against the details from Banque du Caire before you confirm.
Can I use BCAIEGCX instead of BCAIEGCX110?
BCAIEGCX is the head office of Banque du Caire, while BCAIEGCX110 points to Misr Alkadima. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BCAIEGCX110.
What is the best way to send money to Banque du Caire?
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.
How long does it take to send money to Banque du Caire?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What do I need to send money to an account at Banque du Caire?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BCAIEGCX110, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Egypt uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.