SWIFT/BIC code BCAIEGCX560
BCAIEGCX560 belongs to Banque du Caire in Ismailia, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BCAIEGCX560 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BCAIEGCX |
| Branch code | 560 |
| Bank | Banque du Caire |
| Branch | El Salhia |
| City | Ismailia |
| Country | Egypt |
How 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.
- 560 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 uses SWIFT code BCAIEGCX560?
The code BCAIEGCX560 belongs to El Salhia, a unit of Banque du Caire in Ismailia, Egypt. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use BCAIEGCX instead of BCAIEGCX560?
BCAIEGCX points to the head office of Banque du Caire, while BCAIEGCX560 is El Salhia. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BCAIEGCX560.
Does Banque du Caire have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 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 BCAIEGCX560 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BCAIEGCX560 with the recipient before sending.
What do the letters in BCAIEGCX560 stand for?
BCAI is the institution code of Banque du Caire, EG is the ISO code of Egypt, CX is the location code and 560 identifies the department El Salhia.
How long does a transfer to Banque du Caire take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.