SWIFT/BIC code BCAIEGCX607
BCAIEGCX607 belongs to Banque du Caire in Giza, Egypt.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BCAIEGCX607 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BCAIEGCX |
| Branch code | 607 |
| Bank | Banque du Caire |
| Branch | Al Haram Branch |
| City | Giza |
| 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.
- 607 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 BCAIEGCX607?
BCAIEGCX607 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Al Haram Branch, a branch or department of Banque du Caire in Giza, Egypt. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of BCAIEGCX607 mean?
BCAI is the bank code of Banque du Caire, EG stands for Egypt, CX is the location code and 607 identifies the branch Al Haram Branch.
What is the best way to send money to Banque du Caire in Egypt?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Egypt with transfer services before you send.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Banque du Caire?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BCAIEGCX607, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Egypt uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Can I use BCAIEGCX instead of BCAIEGCX607?
BCAIEGCX points to the main office of Banque du Caire, while BCAIEGCX607 is Al Haram Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use BCAIEGCX607 if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I enter BCAIEGCX607 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BCAIEGCX607 with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.