SWIFT/BIC code BCAIEGCX490
BCAIEGCX490 belongs to Banque du Caire in Kafr El Sheikh, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BCAIEGCX490 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BCAIEGCX |
| Branch code | 490 |
| Bank | Banque du Caire |
| Branch | Kafr El Sheikh Branch |
| City | Kafr El Sheikh |
| Country | Egypt |
How 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.
- 490 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 bank is behind BIC BCAIEGCX490?
BCAIEGCX490 identifies Kafr El Sheikh Branch, a unit of Banque du Caire in Kafr El Sheikh, Egypt. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use BCAIEGCX instead of BCAIEGCX490?
BCAIEGCX points to the main office of Banque du Caire, while BCAIEGCX490 points to Kafr El Sheikh Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BCAIEGCX490.
What do I need to send money to an account at Banque du Caire?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BCAIEGCX490, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Egypt uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
How long does a transfer to Banque du Caire take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Does Banque du Caire have other 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.
What happens if I enter BCAIEGCX490 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BCAIEGCX490 against the details from Banque du Caire before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.