SWIFT/BIC code BCAIEGCX290
BCAIEGCX290 belongs to Banque du Caire in Alexandria, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BCAIEGCX290 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BCAIEGCX |
| Branch code | 290 |
| Bank | Banque du Caire |
| Branch | El Ekball Branch |
| City | Alexandria |
| Country | Egypt |
The way 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.
- 290 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code BCAIEGCX290?
BCAIEGCX290 is the SWIFT/BIC code of El Ekball Branch, a branch or department of Banque du Caire in Alexandria, Egypt. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Banque du Caire?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BCAIEGCX290, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Egypt uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
How long does a transfer to Banque du Caire take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What happens if I enter BCAIEGCX290 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BCAIEGCX290 with the recipient before sending.
Can I use BCAIEGCX instead of BCAIEGCX290?
BCAIEGCX is the head office of Banque du Caire, while BCAIEGCX290 points to El Ekball Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BCAIEGCX290.
What does each part of BCAIEGCX290 stand for?
BCAI is the institution code of Banque du Caire, EG stands for Egypt, CX is the location code and 290 identifies the branch El Ekball Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.