SWIFT/BIC code BCAIEGCX250
BCAIEGCX250 belongs to Banque du Caire in Alexandria, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BCAIEGCX250 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BCAIEGCX |
| Branch code | 250 |
| Bank | Banque du Caire |
| Branch | Agamy Branch |
| City | Alexandria |
| Country | Egypt |
How the Banque du Caire SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 250 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
What bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code BCAIEGCX250?
The code BCAIEGCX250 belongs to Agamy Branch, part of Banque du Caire in Alexandria, Egypt. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use BCAIEGCX instead of BCAIEGCX250?
BCAIEGCX is the main office of Banque du Caire, while BCAIEGCX250 points to Agamy Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BCAIEGCX250.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Banque du Caire?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BCAIEGCX250, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Egypt is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What does each part of BCAIEGCX250 stand for?
BCAI is the bank code of Banque du Caire, EG is the ISO code of Egypt, CX is the code for the city or region and 250 is the code of the branch Agamy Branch.
How long does a transfer to Banque du Caire take in Egypt?
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 is the best 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 what you receive in Egypt with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.