SWIFT/BIC code BCAIEGCX280
BCAIEGCX280 belongs to Banque du Caire in Alexandria, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BCAIEGCX280 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BCAIEGCX |
| Branch code | 280 |
| Bank | Banque du Caire |
| Branch | Montazah 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.
- 280 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 BIC BCAIEGCX280?
BCAIEGCX280 identifies Montazah Branch, a branch or department 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 BCAIEGCX280?
BCAIEGCX points to the head office of Banque du Caire, while BCAIEGCX280 is Montazah Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BCAIEGCX280.
What do the letters in BCAIEGCX280 stand for?
BCAI is the institution code of Banque du Caire, EG is the ISO code of Egypt, CX is the location code and 280 is the code of the branch Montazah Branch.
Has Banque du Caire got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 127 SWIFT/BIC codes for Banque du Caire in Egypt, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I enter BCAIEGCX280 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BCAIEGCX280 with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to Banque du Caire take in Egypt?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.