SWIFT/BIC code BCAIEGCX310

BCAIEGCX310 belongs to Banque du Caire in Suez, Egypt.

BCAIEGCX310

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBCAIEGCX310
8-character codeBCAIEGCX
Branch code310
BankBanque du Caire
BranchSuez Branch
CitySuez
CountryEgypt

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.
310 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 bank uses SWIFT/BIC code BCAIEGCX310?

BCAIEGCX310 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Suez Branch, a unit of Banque du Caire in Suez, Egypt. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

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. All of them are listed on the page of Banque du Caire.

How long does it take to send money to Banque du Caire?

An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.

What do I need to send money to an account at Banque du Caire?

Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BCAIEGCX310, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Egypt is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.

What happens if I enter BCAIEGCX310 incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BCAIEGCX310 against the details from Banque du Caire before you confirm.

Can I use BCAIEGCX instead of BCAIEGCX310?

BCAIEGCX points to the main office of Banque du Caire, while BCAIEGCX310 points to Suez Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BCAIEGCX310.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.