SWIFT/BIC code BCAIEGCX530
BCAIEGCX530 belongs to Banque du Caire in Kafr El Sheikh, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BCAIEGCX530 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BCAIEGCX |
| Branch code | 530 |
| Bank | Banque du Caire |
| Branch | Fouwah |
| City | Kafr El Sheikh |
| 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.
- 530 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 is behind SWIFT code BCAIEGCX530?
BCAIEGCX530 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Fouwah, a unit of Banque du Caire in Kafr El Sheikh, Egypt. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Does Banque du Caire have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 127 SWIFT/BIC codes for Banque du Caire in Egypt, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Banque du Caire.
What does each part of BCAIEGCX530 mean?
BCAI is the bank code of Banque du Caire, EG stands for Egypt, CX is the code for the city or region and 530 identifies the department Fouwah.
Can I use BCAIEGCX instead of BCAIEGCX530?
BCAIEGCX is the head office of Banque du Caire, while BCAIEGCX530 points to Fouwah. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BCAIEGCX530.
What is the best way to send money to Banque du Caire?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Egypt with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I enter BCAIEGCX530 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BCAIEGCX530 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.