SWIFT/BIC code BCAIEGCX440
BCAIEGCX440 belongs to Banque du Caire in Domiat, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BCAIEGCX440 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BCAIEGCX |
| Branch code | 440 |
| Bank | Banque du Caire |
| Branch | Damieta Branch |
| City | Domiat |
| 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.
- 440 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 BCAIEGCX440?
BCAIEGCX440 identifies Damieta Branch, a unit of Banque du Caire in Domiat, Egypt. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use BCAIEGCX instead of BCAIEGCX440?
BCAIEGCX points to the main office of Banque du Caire, while BCAIEGCX440 points to Damieta Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BCAIEGCX440.
What is the best way to send money to Banque du Caire?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Egypt with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Has Banque du Caire got more 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. All of them are listed on the page of Banque du Caire.
What happens if I use BCAIEGCX440 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BCAIEGCX440 with the recipient before sending.
What does each part of BCAIEGCX440 stand for?
BCAI is the institution code of Banque du Caire, EG is the ISO code of Egypt, CX is the code for the city or region and 440 identifies the branch Damieta Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.