SWIFT/BIC code BCAIEGCX585
BCAIEGCX585 belongs to Banque du Caire in Cairo, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BCAIEGCX585 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BCAIEGCX |
| Branch code | 585 |
| Bank | Banque du Caire |
| Branch | Al Obour Branch |
| City | Cairo |
| 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.
- 585 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 BIC BCAIEGCX585?
The code BCAIEGCX585 belongs to Al Obour Branch, a branch or department of Banque du Caire in Cairo, Egypt. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use BCAIEGCX585 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BCAIEGCX585 with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use BCAIEGCX instead of BCAIEGCX585?
BCAIEGCX is the main office of Banque du Caire, while BCAIEGCX585 is Al Obour Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use BCAIEGCX585 if the recipient asks for it.
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.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Banque du Caire in Egypt?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Egypt with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Banque du Caire?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BCAIEGCX585, 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.