SWIFT/BIC code BCAIEGCX111
BCAIEGCX111 belongs to Banque du Caire in Cairo, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BCAIEGCX111 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BCAIEGCX |
| Branch code | 111 |
| Bank | Banque du Caire |
| Branch | Maadi Branch |
| City | Cairo |
| Country | Egypt |
How 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.
- 111 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 BIC BCAIEGCX111?
The code BCAIEGCX111 belongs to Maadi Branch, a unit of Banque du Caire in Cairo, Egypt. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Banque du Caire take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What does each part of BCAIEGCX111 stand for?
BCAI is the institution code of Banque du Caire, EG is the ISO code of Egypt, CX is the code for the city or region and 111 is the code of the department Maadi Branch.
What happens if I enter BCAIEGCX111 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BCAIEGCX111 with the recipient before sending.
What do I need to send money to an account at Banque du Caire?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BCAIEGCX111, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Egypt is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Can I use BCAIEGCX instead of BCAIEGCX111?
BCAIEGCX is the main office of Banque du Caire, while BCAIEGCX111 points to Maadi Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use BCAIEGCX111 if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.