SWIFT/BIC code BCAIEGCX480
BCAIEGCX480 belongs to Banque du Caire in Beira, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BCAIEGCX480 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BCAIEGCX |
| Branch code | 480 |
| Bank | Banque du Caire |
| Branch | Damanhour Branch |
| City | Beira |
| Country | Egypt |
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.
- 480 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/BIC code BCAIEGCX480?
BCAIEGCX480 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Damanhour Branch, part of Banque du Caire in Beira, Egypt. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of BCAIEGCX480 stand for?
BCAI is the bank code of Banque du Caire, EG is the ISO code of Egypt, CX is the location code and 480 identifies the branch Damanhour Branch.
What happens if I use BCAIEGCX480 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BCAIEGCX480 with the recipient before sending.
How long does it take to send money to Banque du Caire?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Can I use BCAIEGCX instead of BCAIEGCX480?
BCAIEGCX points to the main office of Banque du Caire, while BCAIEGCX480 points to Damanhour Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BCAIEGCX480.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Banque du Caire?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BCAIEGCX480, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Egypt is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.