SWIFT/BIC code BCAIEGCX481
BCAIEGCX481 belongs to Banque du Caire in El Behirra, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BCAIEGCX481 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BCAIEGCX |
| Branch code | 481 |
| Bank | Banque du Caire |
| Branch | Houch Eissa |
| City | El Behirra |
| 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.
- 481 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 BIC BCAIEGCX481?
BCAIEGCX481 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Houch Eissa, a unit of Banque du Caire in El Behirra, Egypt. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Banque du Caire take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Banque du Caire in Egypt?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Egypt with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use BCAIEGCX instead of BCAIEGCX481?
BCAIEGCX is the main office of Banque du Caire, while BCAIEGCX481 is Houch Eissa. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BCAIEGCX481.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Banque du Caire?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BCAIEGCX481, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Egypt uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Has Banque du Caire got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 127 SWIFT/BIC codes for Banque du Caire in Egypt. All of them are listed on the page of Banque du Caire.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.