SWIFT/BIC code BCAIEGCX450
BCAIEGCX450 belongs to Banque du Caire in Ghardaia, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BCAIEGCX450 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BCAIEGCX |
| Branch code | 450 |
| Bank | Banque du Caire |
| Branch | Tanta Branch |
| City | Ghardaia |
| 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.
- 450 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 BIC BCAIEGCX450?
BCAIEGCX450 identifies Tanta Branch, a branch or department of Banque du Caire in Ghardaia, Egypt. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of BCAIEGCX450 stand for?
BCAI is the institution code of Banque du Caire, EG stands for Egypt, CX is the location code and 450 is the code of the branch Tanta Branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Banque du Caire in Egypt?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Egypt with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Banque du Caire?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BCAIEGCX450, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Egypt uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
How long does a transfer to Banque du Caire take in Egypt?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What happens if I use BCAIEGCX450 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BCAIEGCX450 against the details from Banque du Caire before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.