SWIFT/BIC code BCAIEGCX592
BCAIEGCX592 belongs to Banque du Caire in El Sharkiaa, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BCAIEGCX592 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BCAIEGCX |
| Branch code | 592 |
| Bank | Banque du Caire |
| Branch | Menia El Kamh |
| City | El Sharkiaa |
| 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.
- 592 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 BCAIEGCX592?
BCAIEGCX592 identifies Menia El Kamh, part of Banque du Caire in El Sharkiaa, Egypt. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use BCAIEGCX instead of BCAIEGCX592?
BCAIEGCX is the head office of Banque du Caire, while BCAIEGCX592 is Menia El Kamh. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use BCAIEGCX592 if the recipient asks for it.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Banque du Caire?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BCAIEGCX592, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Egypt is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
How long does a transfer to Banque du Caire take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Does Banque du Caire have more 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 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 the amount that arrives in Egypt with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.