SWIFT/BIC code BCAIEGCX421
BCAIEGCX421 belongs to Banque du Caire in El Dakahliaa, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BCAIEGCX421 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BCAIEGCX |
| Branch code | 421 |
| Bank | Banque du Caire |
| Branch | Sherbin |
| City | El Dakahliaa |
| 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.
- 421 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 branch uses SWIFT/BIC code BCAIEGCX421?
BCAIEGCX421 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Sherbin, a branch or department of Banque du Caire in El Dakahliaa, Egypt. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Banque du Caire?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BCAIEGCX421, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Egypt is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
How long does a transfer to Banque du Caire take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What happens if I enter BCAIEGCX421 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BCAIEGCX421 with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Banque du Caire in Egypt?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Egypt with transfer services before you send.
What do the letters in BCAIEGCX421 mean?
BCAI is the institution code of Banque du Caire, EG stands for Egypt, CX is the location code and 421 identifies the department Sherbin.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.