SWIFT/BIC code BCAIEGCX200
BCAIEGCX200 belongs to Banque du Caire in Alexandria, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BCAIEGCX200 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BCAIEGCX |
| Branch code | 200 |
| Bank | Banque du Caire |
| Branch | Sesostrees Branch |
| City | Alexandria |
| Country | Egypt |
How 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.
- 200 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 BCAIEGCX200?
The code BCAIEGCX200 belongs to Sesostrees Branch, a branch or department of Banque du Caire in Alexandria, Egypt. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Banque du Caire take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Has Banque du Caire got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 127 SWIFT/BIC codes for Banque du Caire in Egypt. You can see them all on the bank page.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Banque du Caire?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BCAIEGCX200, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Egypt is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What is the best way to send money to Banque du Caire?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Egypt with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I enter BCAIEGCX200 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BCAIEGCX200 with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.