SWIFT/BIC code BCAIEGCX483
BCAIEGCX483 belongs to Banque du Caire in Beira, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BCAIEGCX483 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BCAIEGCX |
| Branch code | 483 |
| Bank | Banque du Caire |
| Branch | Delengat |
| City | Beira |
| 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.
- 483 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 BCAIEGCX483?
BCAIEGCX483 identifies Delengat, a unit of Banque du Caire in Beira, Egypt. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of BCAIEGCX483 mean?
BCAI is the bank code of Banque du Caire, EG stands for Egypt, CX is the location code and 483 identifies the branch Delengat.
What is the best way to send money to Banque du Caire in Egypt?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Egypt with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use BCAIEGCX483 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BCAIEGCX483 with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use BCAIEGCX instead of BCAIEGCX483?
BCAIEGCX is the main office of Banque du Caire, while BCAIEGCX483 points to Delengat. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use BCAIEGCX483 if the recipient asks for it.
What do I need to send money to an account at Banque du Caire?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BCAIEGCX483, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Egypt uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.