SWIFT/BIC code BCAIEGCX605
BCAIEGCX605 belongs to Banque du Caire in Giza, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BCAIEGCX605 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BCAIEGCX |
| Branch code | 605 |
| Bank | Banque du Caire |
| Branch | Midan Giza |
| City | Giza |
| Country | Egypt |
How the Banque du Caire SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 605 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 SWIFT/BIC code BCAIEGCX605?
BCAIEGCX605 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Midan Giza, a branch or department of Banque du Caire in Giza, Egypt. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Banque du Caire in Egypt?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Egypt with specialist providers before you send.
Can I use BCAIEGCX instead of BCAIEGCX605?
BCAIEGCX points to the head office of Banque du Caire, while BCAIEGCX605 is Midan Giza. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use BCAIEGCX605 if the recipient asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Banque du Caire?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Does Banque du Caire have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 127 SWIFT/BIC codes for Banque du Caire in Egypt. You can see them all on the bank page.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Banque du Caire?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BCAIEGCX605, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Egypt uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.