SWIFT/BIC code BCAIEGCX412
BCAIEGCX412 belongs to Banque du Caire in Sharkya, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BCAIEGCX412 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BCAIEGCX |
| Branch code | 412 |
| Bank | Banque du Caire |
| Branch | Belbeis Branch |
| City | Sharkya |
| 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.
- 412 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 code BCAIEGCX412?
The code BCAIEGCX412 belongs to Belbeis Branch, part of Banque du Caire in Sharkya, 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 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What do I need to send money to an account at Banque du Caire?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BCAIEGCX412, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Egypt uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What is the best way to send money to Banque du Caire in Egypt?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Egypt with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I enter BCAIEGCX412 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BCAIEGCX412 with the recipient before you confirm.
Has Banque du Caire got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.