SWIFT/BIC code BCAIEGCX120
BCAIEGCX120 belongs to Banque du Caire in Cairo, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BCAIEGCX120 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BCAIEGCX |
| Branch code | 120 |
| Bank | Banque du Caire |
| Branch | Amiria |
| 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.
- 120 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 uses SWIFT code BCAIEGCX120?
BCAIEGCX120 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Amiria, a unit of Banque du Caire in Cairo, Egypt. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to Banque du Caire?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Banque du Caire?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BCAIEGCX120, 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 BCAIEGCX120?
BCAIEGCX is the head office of Banque du Caire, while BCAIEGCX120 is Amiria. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use BCAIEGCX120 if the recipient asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Banque du Caire in Egypt?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Egypt with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I use BCAIEGCX120 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BCAIEGCX120 with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.